1985 Honda Accord vs. 2009 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i30 is newer by 24 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, 2009 Hyundai i30 (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1985 Honda Accord. (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai i30 should accelerate faster than 1985 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 64 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.
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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai i30. (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1985 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai i30.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Honda Accord | 2009 Hyundai i30 | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | Accord | i30 |
Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1958 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 85.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1214 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2660 mm |