1997 Honda Accord vs. 2009 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Accent is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Accord (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Accent. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Accent.
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, 1997 Honda Accord (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Accent. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda Accord | 2009 Hyundai Accent | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | Accord | Accent |
Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |