1996 Honda Accord vs. 1982 Nissan Prairie
To start off, 1996 Honda Accord is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Nissan Prairie. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Nissan Prairie would be higher. At 1,850 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Accord (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Prairie. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Prairie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Accord weights approximately 215 kg more than 1982 Nissan Prairie. 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, 1996 Honda Accord (158 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Prairie. (150 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Prairie.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Accord | 1982 Nissan Prairie | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Accord | Prairie |
Year Released | 1996 | 1982 |
Engine Size | 1850 cc | 1809 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 158 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2520 mm |