1980 Honda Accord vs. 1958 Nissan 211
To start off, 1980 Honda Accord is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Nissan 211. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Nissan 211 would be higher. At 1,601 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Honda Accord (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1958 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1958 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Honda Accord weights approximately 5 kg more than 1958 Nissan 211. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Honda Accord (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Nissan 211. (67 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1980 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Honda Accord | 1958 Nissan 211 | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Accord | 211 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 1601 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 67 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2230 mm |
