1978 Honda Accord vs. 2013 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2013 Nissan Cube is newer by 35 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Cube is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Cube (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1978 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Cube should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Cube weights approximately 336 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.
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, 2013 Nissan Cube (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Cube will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Honda Accord | 2013 Nissan Cube | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Accord | Cube |
Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1602 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1272 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1695 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |