1989 Honda Accord vs. 2003 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 14 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1989 Honda Accord. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 816 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder (360 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Accord. (148 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Accord | 2003 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Accord | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 1989 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1955 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |