1989 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Kia Pregio
To start off, 2005 Kia Pregio is newer by 16 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 2,665 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Pregio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Accord (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2005 Kia Pregio. (81 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Pregio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Pregio weights approximately 542 kg more than 1989 Honda Accord.
Because 2005 Kia Pregio 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 2005 Kia Pregio. 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, 2005 Kia Pregio (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Accord. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Pregio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Accord | 2005 Kia Pregio | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Accord | Pregio |
Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1955 cc | 2665 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4150 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1682 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 65 L |