1989 Honda Accord vs. 2007 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Accent is newer by 18 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, 2007 Hyundai Accent (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1989 Honda Accord. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Accord weights approximately 73 kg more than 2007 Hyundai Accent.
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 (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Accent. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Accord | 2007 Hyundai Accent | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | Accord | Accent |
Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1955 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1131 kg | 1058 kg |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |