1979 Honda Accord vs. 2010 Nissan Livina
To start off, 2010 Nissan Livina is newer by 31 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 1,750 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Livina (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1979 Honda Accord. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Livina should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Livina weights approximately 1440 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.
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, 2010 Nissan Livina (154 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Accord. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Livina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Honda Accord | 2010 Nissan Livina | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Accord | Livina |
Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1750 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 83.6 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 2405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 52 L |