1977 Honda Accord vs. 1995 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 1995 Nissan Maxima is newer by 18 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 1,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Nissan Maxima (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1977 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1977 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 455 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, 1995 Nissan Maxima (177 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1995 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Honda Accord | 1995 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Accord | Maxima |
Year Released | 1977 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2710 mm |