1995 Honda Accord vs. 2004 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Accord (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Elantra. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Elantra weights approximately 77 kg more than 1995 Honda Accord.
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, 1995 Honda Accord (198 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Elantra. (183 Nm). This means 1995 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Honda Accord | 2004 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Accord | Elantra |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2156 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1118 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
