1994 Honda Accord vs. 2008 Tata Nano
To start off, 2008 Tata Nano is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Honda Accord (114 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2008 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Honda Accord weights approximately 620 kg more than 2008 Tata Nano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Tata Nano 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 2008 Tata Nano. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Honda Accord (173 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Honda Accord | 2008 Tata Nano | |
Make | Honda | Tata |
Model | Accord | Nano |
Year Released | 1994 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 624 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 48 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 73.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 73.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3099 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1495 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1652 mm |