1986 Honda Accord vs. 2009 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2009 Nissan NP300 is newer by 23 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 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan NP300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan NP300 (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1986 Honda Accord. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan NP300 should accelerate faster than 1986 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan NP300 weights approximately 214 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.
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 NP300 (205 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Accord. (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan NP300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Honda Accord | 2009 Nissan NP300 | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Accord | NP300 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1953 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2960 mm |
