1989 Honda Accord vs. 2012 Brilliance BS6
To start off, 2012 Brilliance BS6 is newer by 23 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 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Brilliance BS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Brilliance BS6 (152 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1989 Honda Accord. (150 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Brilliance BS6 should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Brilliance BS6 weights approximately 146 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, 2012 Brilliance BS6 (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Accord. (198 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Brilliance BS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Accord | 2012 Brilliance BS6 | |
Make | Honda | Brilliance |
Model | Accord | BS6 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2156 cc | 2351 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 198 Nm | 214 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1299 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2800 mm |