2009 Hyundai Accent vs. 1993 Honda Integra

To start off, 2009 Hyundai Accent is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda Integra 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 3 more horse power than 1993 Honda Integra. (106 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 112 kg more than 1993 Honda Integra. 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, 2009 Hyundai Accent (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Integra. (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Integra. 2009 Hyundai Accent has automatic transmission and 1993 Honda Integra has manual transmission. 1993 Honda Integra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Hyundai Accent will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2009 Hyundai Accent 1993 Honda Integra
Make Hyundai Honda
Model Accent Integra
Year Released 2009 1993
Body Type Hatchback Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1599 cc 1588 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 109 HP 106 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 145 Nm 134 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 76.5 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 87 mm 77.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 9.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1122 kg 1010 kg
Vehicle Height 1700 mm 1330 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 2560 mm