1995 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2005 Nissan Primera is newer by 10 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Primera (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1995 Honda Accord. (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Primera weights approximately 140 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, 2005 Nissan Primera (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Accord. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Honda Accord | 2005 Nissan Primera | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Accord | Primera |
Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1308 kg | 1448 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 62 L |