1992 Honda Accord vs. 2008 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 745 kg more than 1992 Honda Accord.
Because 2008 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2008 Hyundai Terracan (339 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Accord. (199 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda Accord | 2008 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Accord | Terracan |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2156 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 199 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2760 mm |
