1989 Honda Accord vs. 1997 Kia Sephia
To start off, 1997 Kia Sephia is newer by 8 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 41 more horse power than 1997 Kia Sephia. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Sephia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Accord weights approximately 118 kg more than 1997 Kia Sephia. 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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Sephia. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Sephia.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Accord | 1997 Kia Sephia | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Accord | Sephia |
Year Released | 1989 | 1997 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1955 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1198 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2570 mm |