1995 Honda Accord vs. 2002 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2002 Nissan Altima is newer by 7 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 3,505 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Altima (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1995 Honda Accord. (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Altima weights approximately 107 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.
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, 2002 Nissan Altima (338 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Accord. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Accord. 2002 Nissan Altima 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. 2002 Nissan Altima will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Honda Accord | 2002 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Accord | Altima |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3505 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1308 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 73 L |
