1989 Honda Accord vs. 1999 Hyundai Lantra
To start off, 1999 Hyundai Lantra is newer by 10 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 53 more horse power than 1999 Hyundai Lantra. (67 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1999 Hyundai Lantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Hyundai Lantra weights approximately 10 kg more than 1989 Honda Accord.
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 (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Hyundai Lantra. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Hyundai Lantra.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Accord | 1999 Hyundai Lantra | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | Accord | Lantra |
Year Released | 1989 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1955 cc | 1904 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2560 mm |