1989 Honda Accord vs. 2009 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2009 Nissan Qashqai 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Qashqai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Qashqai (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1989 Honda Accord. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Qashqai should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 315 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 Qashqai (193 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Accord. (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Qashqai 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 Qashqai | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Accord | Qashqai |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1955 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1431 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |
