1989 Honda Accord vs. 2012 Hyundai ix20
To start off, 2012 Hyundai ix20 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 1,955 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai ix20 (122 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1989 Honda Accord. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai ix20 should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai ix20 weights approximately 163 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 Hyundai ix20 (156 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Accord. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai ix20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Accord. 2012 Hyundai ix20 has automatic transmission and 1989 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1989 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Hyundai ix20 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1989 Honda Accord | 2012 Hyundai ix20 | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | Accord | ix20 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1955 cc | 1591 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 85.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1131 kg | 1294 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2615 mm |