1989 Honda Accord vs. 2011 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2011 Nissan Cube is newer by 22 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, 2011 Nissan Cube (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1989 Honda Accord. (110 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Cube should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Accord weights approximately 66 kg more than 2011 Nissan Cube.
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, 2011 Nissan Cube (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Accord. (159 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Cube will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Accord | 2011 Nissan Cube | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Accord | Cube |
Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 159 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1331 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1651 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2530 mm |