1986 Honda Accord vs. 2009 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2009 Nissan Versa 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 1,954 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Versa (107 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1986 Honda Accord. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Versa should accelerate faster than 1986 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Versa weights approximately 367 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, 1986 Honda Accord (156 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Versa. (151 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1986 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Honda Accord | 2009 Nissan Versa | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Accord | Versa |
Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1954 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1442 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |