2001 Daihatsu U4 B vs. 1989 Honda Accord
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu U4 B is newer by 12 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 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Accord (150 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Accord weights approximately 479 kg more than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Daihatsu U4 B is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu U4 B will offer significantly more control. 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 (198 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B. (108 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B. 2001 Daihatsu U4 B has automatic transmission and 1989 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1989 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Daihatsu U4 B will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu U4 B | 1989 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | U4 B | Accord |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 660 cc | 2156 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1299 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2730 mm |
