1983 Honda Accord vs. 2008 Hyundai Veracruz
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Veracruz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1983 Honda Accord. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Veracruz weights approximately 105 kg more than 1983 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Hyundai Veracruz is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz 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, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz (348 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Accord. (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Veracruz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Honda Accord | 2008 Hyundai Veracruz | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Accord | Veracruz |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 348 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2810 mm |
