1987 Honda Accord vs. 1994 Nissan 300 ZX
To start off, 1994 Nissan 300 ZX is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Nissan 300 ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Nissan 300 ZX (279 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1987 Honda Accord. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Nissan 300 ZX should accelerate faster than 1987 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Nissan 300 ZX weights approximately 470 kg more than 1987 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Nissan 300 ZX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1994 Nissan 300 ZX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1994 Nissan 300 ZX (376 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Honda Accord. (167 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1994 Nissan 300 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Honda Accord | 1994 Nissan 300 ZX | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Accord | 300 ZX |
Year Released | 1987 | 1994 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1955 cc | 2960 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 279 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2580 mm |