1988 Honda Accord vs. 2009 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2009 Nissan Quest is newer by 21 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 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Quest (235 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1988 Honda Accord. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Quest weights approximately 113 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, 2009 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Accord. (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Accord. 2009 Nissan Quest has automatic transmission and 1988 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1988 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan Quest will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Honda Accord | 2009 Nissan Quest | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Accord | Quest |
Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1955 cc | 3494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1228 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3160 mm |