1980 Honda Accord vs. 1999 Nissan SUT
To start off, 1999 Nissan SUT is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Nissan SUT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan SUT (140 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1980 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan SUT should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Accord.
Because 1999 Nissan SUT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Nissan SUT 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, 1999 Nissan SUT (372 Nm) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Accord. (126 Nm). This means 1999 Nissan SUT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Accord. 1999 Nissan SUT has automatic transmission and 1980 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1980 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Nissan SUT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Honda Accord | 1999 Nissan SUT | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Accord | SUT |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1602 cc | 3299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
