1990 Honda Accord vs. 2012 Nissan Grand Livina
To start off, 2012 Nissan Grand Livina is newer by 22 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 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Accord (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Grand Livina. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Grand Livina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Accord weights approximately 78 kg more than 2012 Nissan Grand Livina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1990 Honda Accord (198 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Grand Livina. (153 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Grand Livina.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda Accord | 2012 Nissan Grand Livina | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Accord | Grand Livina |
Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2156 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 198 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1332 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |