1985 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Hyundai Getz
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Getz is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,958 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Honda Accord (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Getz. (104 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Getz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Getz weights approximately 13 kg more than 1985 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, 1985 Honda Accord (165 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Getz. (143 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1985 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Getz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Honda Accord | 2005 Hyundai Getz | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Accord | Getz |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1958 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1163 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2480 mm |
