1989 Nissan Silvia vs. 2010 Honda Accord
To start off, 2010 Honda Accord is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Silvia. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Accord weights approximately 270 kg more than 1989 Nissan Silvia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Nissan Silvia 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 1989 Nissan Silvia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Honda Accord (219 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Silvia. (179 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Nissan Silvia | 2010 Honda Accord | |
Make | Nissan | Honda |
Model | Silvia | Accord |
Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1809 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4849 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2741 mm |