1989 Honda Accord vs. 2013 Kia Forte
To start off, 2013 Kia Forte is newer by 24 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Kia Forte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia Forte (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1989 Honda Accord. (133 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Forte weights approximately 32 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, 2013 Kia Forte (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Accord. (179 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Kia Forte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Accord | 2013 Kia Forte | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Accord | Forte |
Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 97 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1292 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2650 mm |