1985 Honda Accord vs. 2006 Hyundai Tiburon
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 21 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1985 Honda Accord. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster 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, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Honda Accord. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Honda Accord | 2006 Hyundai Tiburon | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | Accord | Tiburon |
Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1829 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 93.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2540 mm |