1995 Honda Accord vs. 2009 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2009 Nissan GT-R is newer by 14 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 3,799 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan GT-R (481 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 333 more horse power than 1995 Honda Accord. (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 487 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 2009 Nissan GT-R is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan GT-R will offer significantly more control. 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 GT-R (583 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Accord. (198 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Honda Accord | 2009 Nissan GT-R | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Accord | GT-R |
Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2156 cc | 3799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 481 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 198 Nm | 583 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1118 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |