1978 Honda Accord vs. 1999 Nissan Serena
To start off, 1999 Nissan Serena is newer by 21 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Nissan Serena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan Serena (172 HP) has 93 more horse power than 1978 Honda Accord. (79 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Serena should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan Serena weights approximately 762 kg more than 1978 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Nissan Serena is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Serena will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Nissan Serena (403 Nm) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Accord. (126 Nm). This means 1999 Nissan Serena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Honda Accord | 1999 Nissan Serena | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Accord | Serena |
Year Released | 1978 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1602 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 172 HP |
Torque | 126 Nm | 403 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 77.1 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1692 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1840 mm |