1995 Honda Accord vs. 2012 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2012 Nissan Armada is newer by 17 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1995 Honda Accord. (114 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1249 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 2012 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 2012 Nissan Armada. 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, 2012 Nissan Armada (521 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Accord. (172 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Honda Accord | 2012 Nissan Armada | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Accord | Armada |
Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 521 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 2469 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5276 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2014 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1961 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3129 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 106 L |