1989 Honda Accord vs. 1982 Kia Brisa
To start off, 1989 Honda Accord is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Kia Brisa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Kia Brisa would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Accord (133 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1982 Kia Brisa. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1982 Kia Brisa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Accord weights approximately 470 kg more than 1982 Kia Brisa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Kia Brisa is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1982 Kia Brisa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1989 Honda Accord (179 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Kia Brisa. (68 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Kia Brisa.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Accord | 1982 Kia Brisa | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Accord | Brisa |
Year Released | 1989 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2270 mm |