1987 Honda Accord vs. 1997 Hyundai Marcia
To start off, 1997 Hyundai Marcia is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Hyundai Marcia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Hyundai Marcia (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1987 Honda Accord. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Hyundai Marcia should accelerate faster than 1987 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Hyundai Marcia weights approximately 235 kg more than 1987 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, 1997 Hyundai Marcia (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Honda Accord. (167 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1997 Hyundai Marcia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Honda Accord | 1997 Hyundai Marcia | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | Accord | Marcia |
Year Released | 1987 | 1997 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1955 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |