1989 Honda Accord vs. 2006 Hyundai Tipper
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Tipper is newer by 17 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 2,607 cc, 2006 Hyundai Tipper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Accord (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Tipper. (83 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Tipper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Tipper weights approximately 62 kg more than 1989 Honda Accord.
Because 2006 Hyundai Tipper 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 2006 Hyundai Tipper. 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, 2006 Hyundai Tipper (167 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Accord. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Tipper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Honda Accord | 2006 Hyundai Tipper | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Accord | Tipper |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 1955 cc | 2607 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 100 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1198 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
