1995 Honda Accord vs. 1997 Nissan President
To start off, 1997 Nissan President is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Accord would be higher. At 4,492 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan President (267 HP) has 131 more horse power than 1995 Honda Accord. (136 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan President should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan President weights approximately 768 kg more than 1995 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Nissan President 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 1997 Nissan President. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1997 Nissan President (394 Nm) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Accord. (184 Nm). This means 1997 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Accord. 1997 Nissan President has automatic transmission and 1995 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1995 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Nissan President will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Honda Accord | 1997 Nissan President | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Accord | President |
Year Released | 1995 | 1997 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4492 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 267 HP |
Torque | 184 Nm | 394 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 1890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3040 mm |