1989 Honda Accord vs. 2004 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2004 Nissan Murano 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 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Murano (245 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1989 Honda Accord. (110 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Murano weights approximately 465 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.
Because 2004 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Murano will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Nissan Murano (328 Nm) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Accord. (159 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Murano 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 Murano | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Accord | Murano |
Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 159 Nm | 328 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 96.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1331 kg | 1796 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2810 mm |