1989 Honda Accord vs. 2010 Tata Nano
To start off, 2010 Tata Nano 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Accord (133 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2010 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Accord weights approximately 660 kg more than 2010 Tata Nano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Tata Nano is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Tata Nano. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1989 Honda Accord (179 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Honda Accord | 2010 Tata Nano | |
| Make | Honda | Tata |
| Model | Accord | Nano |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 105 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2230 mm |
