2009 Honda Accord vs. 1998 Panoz AIV
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Panoz AIV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Panoz AIV would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Panoz AIV (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2009 Honda Accord. (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 13 kg more than 1998 Panoz AIV.
Because 1998 Panoz AIV 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 1998 Panoz AIV. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1998 Panoz AIV (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord. 2009 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1998 Panoz AIV has manual transmission. 1998 Panoz AIV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Accord | 1998 Panoz AIV | |
Make | Honda | Panoz |
Model | Accord | AIV |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1193 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 59 L |