1977 Honda Accord vs. 2004 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2004 Nissan Frontier is newer by 27 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Frontier (153 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1977 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1977 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 550 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Frontier (209 Nm) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Honda Accord. (126 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Honda Accord | 2004 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Accord | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
