1980 Honda Accord vs. 2003 Nissan Almera
To start off, 2003 Nissan Almera is newer by 23 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 1,601 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Almera (81 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1980 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Almera should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Almera weights approximately 235 kg more than 1980 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, 2003 Nissan Almera (175 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Almera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Honda Accord | 2003 Nissan Almera | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Accord | Almera |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1601 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 76.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
