1989 Honda Accord vs. 1991 Hyundai Lantra
To start off, 1991 Hyundai Lantra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,955 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Hyundai Lantra (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1989 Honda Accord. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Hyundai Lantra should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Accord weights approximately 24 kg more than 1991 Hyundai Lantra.
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, 1989 Honda Accord (148 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Hyundai Lantra. (139 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Hyundai Lantra.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Accord | 1991 Hyundai Lantra | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | Accord | Lantra |
Year Released | 1989 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1955 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |