1991 Honda Accord vs. 2012 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 21 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 SsangYong Rexton (217 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1991 Honda Accord. (176 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1991 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 902 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 2012 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Rexton will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 SsangYong Rexton (318 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda Accord. (231 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2012 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Honda Accord | 2012 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Honda | SsangYong |
| Model | Accord | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2451 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1902 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2830 mm |
