1988 Honda Accord vs. 1989 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 1989 Nissan Terrano is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Nissan Terrano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Nissan Terrano (146 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1988 Honda Accord. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Terrano should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 640 kg more than 1988 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Nissan Terrano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Terrano will offer significantly more control. 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, 1989 Nissan Terrano (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Accord. (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1989 Nissan Terrano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Honda Accord | 1989 Nissan Terrano | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Accord | Terrano |
Year Released | 1988 | 1989 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1955 cc | 2960 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2660 mm |