1990 Honda Accord vs. 2008 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2008 Nissan Altima is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,491 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1990 Honda Accord. (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Accord.
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, 2008 Nissan Altima (245 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Accord. (198 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda Accord | 2008 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Accord | Altima |
Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2156 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 198 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2680 mm |