1989 Honda Accord vs. 2007 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Musso 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 2,873 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Musso (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1989 Honda Accord. (110 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 545 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.
Because 2007 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Musso will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 SsangYong Musso (250 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Accord. (159 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Accord | 2007 SsangYong Musso | |
Make | Honda | SsangYong |
Model | Accord | Musso |
Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2873 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 159 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 22.0:1 |
Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 156 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1331 kg | 1876 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2760 mm |