1984 Honda Accord vs. 2009 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sportage (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1984 Honda Accord. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 325 kg more than 1984 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, 2009 Kia Sportage (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Accord. (129 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Honda Accord | 2009 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Accord | Sportage |
Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 129 Nm | 241 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 | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2640 mm |