1989 Honda Accord vs. 2006 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2006 Kia Carnival 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 2,654 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Carnival (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1989 Honda Accord. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Carnival weights approximately 893 kg more than 1989 Honda Accord. 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, 2006 Kia Carnival (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Accord. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Honda Accord | 2006 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Accord | Carnival |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1955 cc | 2654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1131 kg | 2024 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
