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 16 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Getz. (104 HP @ 5800 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 205 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 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Getz. (143 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 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 | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2460 mm |
