1977 Honda Accord vs. 2006 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2006 Nissan Primera is newer by 29 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Primera (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1977 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 1977 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Primera weights approximately 558 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, 2006 Nissan Primera (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Honda Accord | 2006 Nissan Primera | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Accord | Primera |
Year Released | 1977 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1602 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.1 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.9:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1448 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 62 L |