1981 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Accent is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,602 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Honda Accord (79 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Accent. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 45 kg more than 1981 Honda Accord.
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, 1981 Honda Accord (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Accent. (105 Nm @ 2450 RPM). This means 1981 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Honda Accord | 2005 Hyundai Accent | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | Accord | Accent |
Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1602 cc | 1341 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2450 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 72 L |