1989 Honda Accord vs. 2009 Pontiac G5
To start off, 2009 Pontiac G5 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 2,189 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Pontiac G5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Pontiac G5 (155 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1989 Honda Accord. (150 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac G5 should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Pontiac G5 weights approximately 30 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, 2009 Pontiac G5 (203 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Accord. (198 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Pontiac G5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Honda Accord | 2009 Pontiac G5 | |
| Make | Honda | Pontiac |
| Model | Accord | G5 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2156 cc | 2189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1299 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 49 L |
