1995 Honda Accord vs. 2007 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 12 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Kyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Kyron (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1995 Honda Accord. (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Kyron should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 615 kg more than 1995 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 SsangYong Kyron is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 SsangYong Kyron. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Accord. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Honda Accord | 2007 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Honda | SsangYong |
| Model | Accord | Kyron |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1308 kg | 1923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 75 L |
