1981 Honda Accord vs. 1986 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1986 Nissan Stanza is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,809 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Nissan Stanza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Nissan Stanza (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1981 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Nissan Stanza should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Nissan Stanza weights approximately 46 kg more than 1981 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Nissan Stanza (145 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Nissan Stanza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Honda Accord | 1986 Nissan Stanza | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Accord | Stanza |
Year Released | 1981 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1602 cc | 1809 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 936 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2480 mm |