1979 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 26 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Terracan (144 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1979 Honda Accord. (89 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 455 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.
Because 2005 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Terracan will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Hyundai Terracan (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Accord. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Honda Accord | 2005 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Accord | Terracan |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1750 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |
