1977 Honda Accord vs. 1989 Nissan Pintara
To start off, 1989 Nissan Pintara is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Nissan Pintara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Nissan Pintara (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1977 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Pintara should accelerate faster than 1977 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Nissan Pintara weights approximately 270 kg more than 1977 Honda Accord. 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 Nissan Pintara (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1989 Nissan Pintara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Honda Accord | 1989 Nissan Pintara | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Accord | Pintara |
Year Released | 1977 | 1989 |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2560 mm |