1977 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2005 Nissan Quest is newer by 28 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 3,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Quest (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1977 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1977 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Quest weights approximately 930 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, 2005 Nissan Quest (314 Nm) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Honda Accord. (126 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Honda Accord | 2005 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Accord | Quest |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 3293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 76 L |
