1985 Honda Accord vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Korando 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Korando (148 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1985 Honda Accord. (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1985 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 692 kg more than 1985 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 SsangYong Korando (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Honda Accord. (165 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Honda Accord | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Honda | SsangYong |
| Model | Accord | Korando |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1958 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1842 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2490 mm |
