1980 Honda Accord vs. 2011 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2011 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 31 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Qashqai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Qashqai (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1980 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Qashqai should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 501 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, 2011 Nissan Qashqai (193 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Honda Accord | 2011 Nissan Qashqai | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Accord | Qashqai |
Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1601 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 193 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1431 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 65 L |