1989 Honda Accord vs. 1995 Xedos 6
To start off, 1995 Xedos 6 is newer by 6 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, 1989 Honda Accord (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1995 Xedos 6. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1995 Xedos 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Accord weights approximately 58 kg more than 1995 Xedos 6. 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, 1989 Honda Accord (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Xedos 6. (138 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Xedos 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Honda Accord | 1995 Xedos 6 | |
| Make | Honda | Xedos |
| Model | Accord | 6 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1955 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1198 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2620 mm |
