1982 Honda Accord vs. 2006 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Tucson (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1982 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 725 kg more than 1982 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Hyundai Tucson is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Tucson 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, 2006 Hyundai Tucson (246 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Honda Accord | 2006 Hyundai Tucson | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Accord | Tucson |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1602 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2640 mm |
