1989 Honda Accord vs. 2009 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2009 Nissan NP300 is newer by 20 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 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan NP300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan NP300 (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1989 Honda Accord. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan NP300 should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan NP300 weights approximately 311 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.
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, 2009 Nissan NP300 (205 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Accord. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan NP300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Accord | 2009 Nissan NP300 | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Accord | NP300 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1955 cc | 2389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1131 kg | 1442 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |