2008 Honda Accord vs. 1996 Venturi 400
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Venturi 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Venturi 400 would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Venturi 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Venturi 400 (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 2008 Honda Accord. (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Venturi 400 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Accord weights approximately 204 kg more than 1996 Venturi 400.
Because 1996 Venturi 400 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Venturi 400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1996 Venturi 400 (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1996 Venturi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Accord | 1996 Venturi 400 | |
Make | Honda | Venturi |
Model | Accord | 400 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2352 cc | 2975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 520 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2500 mm |