1991 Honda Accord vs. 2012 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2012 Nissan X-Trail 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 2,451 cc (5 cylinders), 1991 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Honda Accord (176 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2012 Nissan X-Trail. (137 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan X-Trail.
Because 2012 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan X-Trail will offer significantly more control. 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, 1991 Honda Accord (231 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan X-Trail. (198 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1991 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan X-Trail. 1991 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2012 Nissan X-Trail has manual transmission. 2012 Nissan X-Trail will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Honda Accord | 2012 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Accord | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2451 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2640 mm |
