1986 Honda Accord vs. 2004 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2004 Nissan Armada is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Honda Accord would be higher. At 5,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1986 Honda Accord. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1986 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1159 kg more than 1986 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Accord. (166 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Honda Accord | 2004 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Accord | Armada |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1953 cc | 5555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 92 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 2274 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3140 mm |
