1982 Honda Accord vs. 2006 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2006 Nissan Altima is newer by 24 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Altima (251 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1982 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Altima weights approximately 500 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, 2006 Nissan Altima (338 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Honda Accord | 2006 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Accord | Altima |
Year Released | 1982 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1602 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2810 mm |