1993 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2005 Nissan Sentra is newer by 12 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 2,507 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Sentra (165 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1993 Honda Accord. (114 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 34 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.
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, 2005 Nissan Sentra (244 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Accord. (172 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Honda Accord | 2005 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Accord | Sentra |
Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 244 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 100 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1254 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |