2005 Daewoo Kalos vs. 1989 Honda Accord
To start off, 2005 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 16 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 1,955 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Accord (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Daewoo Kalos. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Accord weights approximately 43 kg more than 2005 Daewoo Kalos. 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, 1989 Honda Accord (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daewoo Kalos. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Daewoo Kalos | 1989 Honda Accord | |
Make | Daewoo | Honda |
Model | Kalos | Accord |
Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1955 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.9 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1088 kg | 1131 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |