1979 Honda Accord vs. 2004 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2004 Nissan Armada is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Accord would be higher. At 5,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1979 Honda Accord. (89 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1464 kg more than 1979 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Armada 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, 2004 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Accord. (133 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Honda Accord | 2004 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Accord | Armada |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1750 cc | 5555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 2399 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 106 L |
