1989 Honda Accord vs. 2008 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2008 Kia Cee'd is newer by 19 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, 2008 Kia Cee'd (108 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1989 Honda Accord. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 132 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, 1989 Honda Accord (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Cee'd. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Accord | 2008 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Accord | Cee'd |
Year Released | 1989 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1955 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
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 | 1263 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 53 L |