1982 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2005 Nissan Quest is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Quest (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1982 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Quest weights approximately 882 kg more than 1982 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, 2005 Nissan Quest (304 Nm) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Accord. (126 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Honda Accord | 2005 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Accord | Quest |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1602 cc | 3294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1842 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3140 mm |
