1973 Nissan President vs. 2008 Honda Accord
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan President would be higher. At 2,973 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1973 Nissan President. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Nissan President weights approximately 27 kg more than 2008 Honda Accord.
Because 1973 Nissan President 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 1973 Nissan President. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord, 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, 1973 Nissan President (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Accord. (223 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1973 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Nissan President | 2008 Honda Accord | |
Make | Nissan | Honda |
Model | President | Accord |
Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2973 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 236 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1578 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2730 mm |