1987 Honda Accord vs. 2009 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage 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 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sportage (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1987 Honda Accord. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1987 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 170 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, 2009 Kia Sportage (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Honda Accord. (167 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Honda Accord. 2009 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 1987 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1987 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Honda Accord | 2009 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Accord | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1955 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2640 mm |
