1995 Honda Argento Viva vs. 2008 Honda Accord
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Argento Viva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Argento Viva would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (268 HP) has 80 more horse power than 1995 Honda Argento Viva. (188 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Argento Viva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Accord weights approximately 116 kg more than 1995 Honda Argento Viva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Honda Argento Viva 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 1995 Honda Argento Viva. 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, 2008 Honda Accord (336 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Argento Viva. (237 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Argento Viva. 2008 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1995 Honda Argento Viva has manual transmission. 1995 Honda Argento Viva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Honda Argento Viva | 2008 Honda Accord | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Argento Viva | Accord |
Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2451 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 188 HP | 268 HP |
Torque | 237 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |