1993 Honda Accord vs. 2002 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 2002 Nissan Terrano II is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Terrano II (153 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1993 Honda Accord. (114 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Terrano II should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 540 kg more than 1993 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Terrano II 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, 2002 Nissan Terrano II (314 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Accord. (172 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Honda Accord | 2002 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Accord | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1860 mm |
