2002 Honda Accord vs. 1998 Hyundai Coupe
To start off, 2002 Honda Accord is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Hyundai Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Hyundai Coupe would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1998 Hyundai Coupe. (111 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1998 Hyundai Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 195 kg more than 1998 Hyundai Coupe. 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, 2002 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Hyundai Coupe. (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Hyundai Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Accord | 1998 Hyundai Coupe | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | Accord | Coupe |
Year Released | 2002 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2480 mm |