1994 Honda Accord vs. 2011 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2011 Nissan Armada is newer by 17 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1994 Honda Accord. (149 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1994 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Nissan Armada 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 2011 Nissan Armada. 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, 2011 Nissan Armada (521 Nm) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Accord. (198 Nm). This means 2011 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Honda Accord | 2011 Nissan Armada | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Accord | Armada |
Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2156 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 198 Nm | 521 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 2425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5276 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2014 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1961 mm |