1977 Honda Accord vs. 1995 Nissan Pulsar
To start off, 1995 Nissan Pulsar 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 1,602 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Nissan Pulsar (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1977 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Pulsar should accelerate faster than 1977 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan Pulsar weights approximately 190 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 Pulsar (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Nissan Pulsar 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 Pulsar | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Accord | Pulsar |
Year Released | 1977 | 1995 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1602 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2440 mm |