1989 Honda Accord vs. 2009 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento 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 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1989 Honda Accord. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 931 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 2009 Kia Sorento 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, 2009 Kia Sorento 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, 2009 Kia Sorento (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Accord. (148 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Accord | 2009 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Accord | Sorento |
Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1955 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 17.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 2065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |