1989 Honda Accord vs. 2006 Kia Pregio
To start off, 2006 Kia Pregio 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 2,664 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Pregio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Accord (110 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2006 Kia Pregio. (83 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Pregio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Pregio weights approximately 669 kg more than 1989 Honda Accord.
Because 2006 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 2006 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, 2006 Kia Pregio (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Accord. (159 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Kia Pregio | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Accord | Pregio |
Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4150 RPM |
Torque | 159 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1331 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2590 mm |