1986 Honda Accord vs. 2010 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2010 Nissan Altima is newer by 24 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1986 Honda Accord. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1986 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Altima weights approximately 323 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, 2010 Nissan Altima (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Accord. (156 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Honda Accord | 2010 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Accord | Altima |
Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1954 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1398 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4595 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2675 mm |