1981 Nissan Stanza vs. 2010 Honda Accord
To start off, 2010 Honda Accord is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Stanza would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Accord (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Stanza. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Accord weights approximately 327 kg more than 1981 Nissan Stanza. 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, 2010 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Stanza. (151 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Nissan Stanza | 2010 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Nissan | Honda |
| Model | Stanza | Accord |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1952 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1457 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2799 mm |
