1993 Honda Accord vs. 2007 Kia Opirus
To start off, 2007 Kia Opirus is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Opirus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Opirus (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1993 Honda Accord. (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Opirus should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Opirus weights approximately 487 kg more than 1993 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, 2007 Kia Opirus (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Accord. (198 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Opirus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Accord. 2007 Kia Opirus has automatic transmission and 1993 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1993 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Opirus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Honda Accord | 2007 Kia Opirus | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Accord | Opirus |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2156 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1897 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2810 mm |
