1988 Honda Accord vs. 2008 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2008 Nissan Primera is newer by 20 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Primera (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1988 Honda Accord. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Primera weights approximately 333 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.
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, 2008 Nissan Primera (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Accord. (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Honda Accord | 2008 Nissan Primera | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Accord | Primera |
Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1955 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1448 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2690 mm |