1989 Honda Accord vs. 2010 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2010 Fiat Croma is newer by 21 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 1,955 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Accord (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Croma. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Croma weights approximately 455 kg more than 1989 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, 2010 Fiat Croma (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Accord. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Accord | 2010 Fiat Croma | |
Make | Honda | Fiat |
Model | Accord | Croma |
Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1955 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 90.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1595 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 62 L |