1985 Honda Accord vs. 2009 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2009 Nissan Versa is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,829 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Versa (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1985 Honda Accord. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Versa should accelerate faster than 1985 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Versa weights approximately 282 kg more than 1985 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, 2009 Nissan Versa (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Honda Accord. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Versa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Honda Accord. 2009 Nissan Versa has automatic transmission and 1985 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1985 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan Versa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Honda Accord | 2009 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Accord | Versa |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1829 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
