1991 Honda Accord vs. 2012 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2012 Nissan 370Z is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan 370Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan 370Z (332 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1991 Honda Accord. (176 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 1991 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan 370Z weights approximately 569 kg more than 1991 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Nissan 370Z 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 2012 Nissan 370Z. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 2012 Nissan 370Z (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda Accord. (231 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan 370Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Honda Accord | 2012 Nissan 370Z | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Accord | 370Z |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2451 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1569 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4247 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1326 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2550 mm |
