1985 Honda Accord vs. 2008 Kia Carens
To start off, 2008 Kia Carens is newer by 23 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, 2008 Kia Carens (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1985 Honda Accord. (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Carens 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, 1985 Honda Accord (165 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Carens. (162 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1985 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Honda Accord | 2008 Kia Carens | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Accord | Carens |
Year Released | 1985 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1958 cc | 1793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2570 mm |