1983 Honda Accord vs. 2009 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2009 Nissan Murano is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Murano (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1983 Honda Accord. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Accord.
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, 2009 Nissan Murano (248 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Accord. (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Honda Accord | 2009 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Accord | Murano |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1890 mm |
