1994 Honda Accord vs. 2009 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2009 Nissan Quest is newer by 15 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 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Quest (232 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1994 Honda Accord. (149 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Honda Accord weights approximately 76 kg more than 2009 Nissan Quest.
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, 2009 Nissan Quest (241 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Accord. (198 Nm). This means 2009 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Honda Accord | 2009 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Accord | Quest |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2156 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1830 mm |
