1991 Honda Accord vs. 2009 Kia Borrego
To start off, 2009 Kia Borrego 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 4,627 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Borrego (337 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1991 Honda Accord. (176 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 1991 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Borrego weights approximately 201 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.
Because 2009 Kia Borrego is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Kia Borrego. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Kia Borrego (438 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda Accord. (230 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda Accord. 2009 Kia Borrego has automatic transmission and 1991 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1991 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Kia Borrego will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Honda Accord | 2009 Kia Borrego | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Accord | Borrego |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2449 cc | 4627 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 337 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 438 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1631 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2900 mm |
