2007 Hyundai Accent vs. 1989 Volvo 440
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Accent is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Volvo 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Volvo 440 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Volvo 440 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Accent (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1989 Volvo 440. (90 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1989 Volvo 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 293 kg more than 1989 Volvo 440. 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, 2007 Hyundai Accent (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volvo 440. (132 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volvo 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Accent | 1989 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volvo |
| Model | Accent | 440 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1318 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 48 L |
