1989 Honda Accord vs. 2010 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2010 Nissan Titan 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 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1989 Honda Accord. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Accord.
Because 2010 Nissan Titan 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, 2010 Nissan Titan 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, 2010 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Accord. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Accord. 2010 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 1989 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1989 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Honda Accord | 2010 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Accord | Titan |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1955 cc | 5551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 4060 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 140 L |
