1998 Honda Civic vs. 2007 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Accent is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Accent (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1998 Honda Civic. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 155 kg more than 1998 Honda Civic. 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, 2007 Hyundai Accent (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Civic. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Civic | 2007 Hyundai Accent | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | Civic | Accent |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1341 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2450 mm |