1987 Honda Accord vs. 2011 Tata Nano
To start off, 2011 Tata Nano is newer by 24 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 1,955 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Honda Accord (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2011 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Honda Accord weights approximately 515 kg more than 2011 Tata Nano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Tata Nano 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 2011 Tata Nano. 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, 1987 Honda Accord (167 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Honda Accord | 2011 Tata Nano | |
| Make | Honda | Tata |
| Model | Accord | Nano |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1955 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2230 mm |
