1979 Honda Accord vs. 2009 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 30 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 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Actyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Actyon (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1979 Honda Accord. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 807 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 2009 SsangYong Actyon 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, 2009 SsangYong Actyon 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, 2009 SsangYong Actyon (214 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Accord. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Honda Accord | 2009 SsangYong Actyon | |
Make | Honda | SsangYong |
Model | Accord | Actyon |
Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1750 cc | 2300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 214 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 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 | 965 kg | 1772 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |