2005 Honda Fit vs. 1989 Honda Accord
To start off, 2005 Honda Fit 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 (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2005 Honda Fit. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Accord weights approximately 74 kg more than 2005 Honda Fit. 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 (148 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Fit. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Fit | 1989 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Fit | Accord |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |
