1990 Honda Accord vs. 2009 Kia Picanto
To start off, 2009 Kia Picanto is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Accord (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2009 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Accord weights approximately 560 kg more than 2009 Kia Picanto. 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, 1990 Honda Accord (198 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Picanto. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Picanto. 2009 Kia Picanto has automatic transmission and 1990 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1990 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Kia Picanto will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda Accord | 2009 Kia Picanto | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Accord | Picanto |
Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2156 cc | 1086 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 198 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2380 mm |