1989 Honda Accord vs. 2006 Kia Picanto
To start off, 2006 Kia Picanto 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 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 56 more horse power than 2006 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Picanto weights approximately 845 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 (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Picanto. (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Accord | 2006 Kia Picanto | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Accord | Picanto |
Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1955 cc | 1086 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 99 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 35 L |