1987 Honda Accord vs. 2009 Hyundai Getz

To start off, 2009 Hyundai Getz is newer by 22 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 1,955 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Honda Accord (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Getz. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Getz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Getz weights approximately 36 kg more than 1987 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, 1987 Honda Accord (167 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Getz. (118 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1987 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Getz.

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1987 Honda Accord 2009 Hyundai Getz
Make Honda Hyundai
Model Accord Getz
Year Released 1987 2009
Body Type Hatchback Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1955 cc 1341 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 3 valves 3 valves
Horse Power 120 HP 81 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 167 Nm 118 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 3200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.7 mm 71.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 91 mm 83.5 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1115 kg 1151 kg
Vehicle Length 4350 mm 3820 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1670 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2460 mm