1978 Honda Accord vs. 2006 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2006 Nissan Hardbody is newer by 28 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Hardbody is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Hardbody (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1978 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Hardbody should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Accord.
Because 2006 Nissan Hardbody is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Nissan Hardbody. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Hardbody (174 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Hardbody will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Honda Accord | 2006 Nissan Hardbody | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Accord | Hardbody |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1602 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 90 L |
