1996 Honda Accord vs. 2000 Nissan Almera
To start off, 2000 Nissan Almera is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Nissan Almera (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1996 Honda Accord. (104 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Almera should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Nissan Almera weights approximately 25 kg more than 1996 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, 1996 Honda Accord (210 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Almera. (163 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Almera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Accord | 2000 Nissan Almera | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Accord | Almera |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2540 mm |
