1979 Honda Accord vs. 1986 Hyundai Excel
To start off, 1986 Hyundai Excel is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Hyundai Excel (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1979 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Hyundai Excel should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Hyundai Excel weights approximately 45 kg more than 1979 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1979 Honda Accord (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Hyundai Excel. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Hyundai Excel.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Honda Accord | 1986 Hyundai Excel | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | Accord | Excel |
Year Released | 1979 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1468 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2390 mm |