1989 Honda Accord vs. 1969 Nissan Gloria
To start off, 1989 Honda Accord is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Nissan Gloria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Nissan Gloria would be higher. At 1,987 cc, 1969 Nissan Gloria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Accord (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1969 Nissan Gloria. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1969 Nissan Gloria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Nissan Gloria weights approximately 164 kg more than 1989 Honda Accord.
Because 1969 Nissan Gloria 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 1969 Nissan Gloria. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1969 Nissan Gloria (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Accord. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1969 Nissan Gloria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Accord | 1969 Nissan Gloria | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Accord | Gloria |
Year Released | 1989 | 1969 |
Engine Size | 1955 cc | 1987 cc |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1131 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2700 mm |