1979 Honda Accord vs. 2008 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2008 Kia Cee'd is newer by 29 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 1,750 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Cee'd (108 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1979 Honda Accord. (89 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 469 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 (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Cee'd. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1979 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Honda Accord | 2008 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Accord | Cee'd |
Year Released | 1979 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1750 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 74.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1399 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 53 L |