1989 Honda Accord vs. 2001 Nissan AXY
To start off, 2001 Nissan AXY is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Nissan AXY (156 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1989 Honda Accord. (150 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan AXY should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan AXY weights approximately 461 kg more than 1989 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, 2001 Nissan AXY (314 Nm) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Accord. (198 Nm). This means 2001 Nissan AXY will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Honda Accord | 2001 Nissan AXY | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Accord | AXY |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2156 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1299 kg | 1760 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 73 L |
