2002 Daewoo Kalos vs. 1979 Honda Accord
To start off, 2002 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Daewoo Kalos (81 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1979 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Daewoo Kalos should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Daewoo Kalos weights approximately 105 kg more than 1979 Honda Accord. 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, 1979 Honda Accord (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Daewoo Kalos | 1979 Honda Accord | |
Make | Daewoo | Honda |
Model | Kalos | Accord |
Year Released | 2002 | 1979 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 80 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.4:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 61 L |