1989 Honda Accord vs. 2010 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2010 Nissan Sentra is newer by 21 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Sentra (140 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1989 Honda Accord. (110 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 18 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, 2010 Nissan Sentra (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Accord. (159 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Accord | 2010 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Accord | Sentra |
Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 159 Nm | 199 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1331 kg | 1349 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4567 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1511 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2685 mm |