1989 Honda Accord vs. 2009 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i30 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 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Accord (150 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai i30. (124 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Accord weights approximately 85 kg more than 2009 Hyundai i30. 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 (198 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai i30. (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai i30.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Honda Accord | 2009 Hyundai i30 | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Accord | i30 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2156 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 207 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 11 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1299 kg | 1214 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 53 L |
