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 (246 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1989 Honda Accord. (99 HP @ 5500 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 704 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 (323 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Accord. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). 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 | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1955 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 246 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1131 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
