1989 Honda Accord vs. 2006 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2006 Nissan Patrol is newer by 17 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 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Patrol (156 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1989 Honda Accord. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1272 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 2006 Nissan Patrol 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, 2006 Nissan Patrol 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, 2006 Nissan Patrol (354 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Accord. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Accord | 2006 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Accord | Patrol |
Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1955 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 354 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 17.9:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 2412 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2970 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 95 L |