1996 Honda Accord vs. 1989 Honda Accord
To start off, 1996 Honda Accord is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,955 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Accord (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1996 Honda Accord. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Accord weights approximately 120 kg more than 1989 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, 1989 Honda Accord (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Accord. (158 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Accord | 1989 Honda Accord | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Accord | Accord |
Year Released | 1996 | 1989 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1850 cc | 1955 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 158 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2610 mm |