1989 Honda Accord vs. 2008 Nissan Tiida
To start off, 2008 Nissan Tiida is newer by 19 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Tiida (124 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1989 Honda Accord. (110 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Tiida should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Accord weights approximately 24 kg more than 2008 Nissan Tiida.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Nissan Tiida (173 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Accord. (159 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Tiida will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Accord | 2008 Nissan Tiida | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Accord | Tiida |
Year Released | 1989 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 159 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 9.9:1 |
Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 10.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1331 kg | 1307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2600 mm |