2009 Hyundai Accent vs. 1985 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Accent is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Accent (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Celica. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Celica weights approximately 3 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Accent.
Because 1985 Toyota Celica is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 Toyota Celica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Accent, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Hyundai Accent (146 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Celica. (131 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Hyundai Accent | 1985 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
Model | Accent | Celica |
Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1119 kg | 1122 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 75 L |