1989 Honda Accord vs. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe (192 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1989 Honda Accord. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 821 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 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe (436 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Accord. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Accord. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Honda Accord | 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Accord | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1955 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 436 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 8.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 16:01 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1961 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4685 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |
