1991 Honda Accord vs. 2009 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 18 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 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Sonata (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1991 Honda Accord. (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 1991 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 128 kg more than 1991 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, 1991 Honda Accord (198 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Sonata. (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Honda Accord | 2009 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Accord | Sonata |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2154 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 1538 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2740 mm |
