1985 Honda Accord vs. 2009 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Sonata 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 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Sonata (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1985 Honda Accord. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 1985 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 410 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, 2009 Hyundai Sonata (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Honda Accord. (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Honda Accord | 2009 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Accord | Sonata |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1958 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 97 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 1538 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2740 mm |
