1989 Honda Accord vs. 2004 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2004 Nissan Frontier is newer by 15 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Frontier (153 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1989 Honda Accord. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 282 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, 2004 Nissan Frontier (209 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Accord. (166 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Accord | 2004 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Accord | Frontier |
Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1955 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 209 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 96 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1198 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |