1991 Honda Accord vs. 2006 Kia Spectra

To start off, 2006 Kia Spectra is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,154 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Honda Accord (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 Kia Spectra. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Spectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Spectra weights approximately 70 kg more than 1991 Honda Accord.

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, 1991 Honda Accord (198 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Spectra. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1991 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Spectra.

Compare all specifications:

1991 Honda Accord 2006 Kia Spectra
Make Honda Kia
Model Accord Spectra
Year Released 1991 2006
Body Type Hatchback Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2154 cc 1999 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 5900 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 198 Nm 184 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1410 kg 1480 kg
Vehicle Length 4750 mm 4490 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2620 mm