1994 Hyundai Accent vs. 2012 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2012 Kia Cee'd is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Hyundai Accent. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Hyundai Accent would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Cee'd (108 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1994 Hyundai Accent. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1994 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 464 kg more than 1994 Hyundai Accent. 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, 2012 Kia Cee'd (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Hyundai Accent. (118 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Hyundai Accent | 2012 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Hyundai | Kia |
| Model | Accent | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.5 mm | 77.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 74.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1399 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2660 mm |
