1989 Honda Accord vs. 2009 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Elantra 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Elantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Elantra (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1989 Honda Accord. (133 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Accord weights approximately 141 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Elantra.
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 (179 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Elantra. (136 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Accord | 2009 Hyundai Elantra | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | Accord | Elantra |
Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1119 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2660 mm |