1979 Honda Accord vs. 2001 Kia Carens
To start off, 2001 Kia Carens is newer by 22 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 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Kia Carens (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1979 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Kia Carens weights approximately 370 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, 2001 Kia Carens (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2001 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Honda Accord | 2001 Kia Carens | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Accord | Carens |
Year Released | 1979 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2580 mm |