1985 Honda Accord vs. 2006 Kia Pregio
To start off, 2006 Kia Pregio 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 2,665 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Pregio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Honda Accord (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2006 Kia Pregio. (83 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Pregio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Pregio weights approximately 850 kg more than 1985 Honda Accord.
Because 2006 Kia Pregio is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Kia Pregio. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Kia Pregio (176 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Honda Accord. (165 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Pregio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Honda Accord | 2006 Kia Pregio | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Accord | Pregio |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1958 cc | 2665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 12 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2590 mm |
