1992 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2005 Nissan Patrol is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Patrol (155 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1992 Honda Accord. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1045 kg more than 1992 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Patrol 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, 2005 Nissan Patrol (359 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Accord. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Honda Accord | 2005 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Accord | Patrol |
Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 102 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 2410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1860 mm |