1978 Honda Accord vs. 1991 Nissan Micra
To start off, 1991 Nissan Micra is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,750 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Honda Accord (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1991 Nissan Micra. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1991 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Honda Accord weights approximately 235 kg more than 1991 Nissan Micra. 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, 1978 Honda Accord (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Nissan Micra. (73 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1978 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Honda Accord | 1991 Nissan Micra | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Accord | Micra |
Year Released | 1978 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1750 cc | 988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 73 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2310 mm |