1983 Honda Accord vs. 2013 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 30 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Hyundai Tucson (174 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1983 Honda Accord. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 492 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.
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, 2013 Hyundai Tucson (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Accord. (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Honda Accord | 2013 Hyundai Tucson | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | Accord | Tucson |
Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1452 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1655 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2640 mm |