1981 Honda Accord vs. 2011 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2011 Nissan Patrol is newer by 30 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Patrol (400 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 1981 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1895 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.
Because 2011 Nissan Patrol is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Patrol 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, 2011 Nissan Patrol (559 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 433 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Accord. 2011 Nissan Patrol has automatic transmission and 1981 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1981 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Nissan Patrol will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Honda Accord | 2011 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Accord | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1602 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 559 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 2785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 3075 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 98 L |
