1989 Honda Accord vs. 2009 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 20 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (154 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1989 Honda Accord. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Accord weights approximately 5 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Honda Accord (193 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Accord. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Honda Accord | 2009 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Accord | Accord |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1955 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 96.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1198 kg | 1193 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 65 L |
