1996 Honda Accord vs. 2001 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2001 Nissan Altima is newer by 5 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 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Nissan Altima (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1996 Honda Accord. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Accord weights approximately 63 kg more than 2001 Nissan Altima.
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, 2001 Nissan Altima (213 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Accord. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Accord. 2001 Nissan Altima has automatic transmission and 1996 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1996 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Nissan Altima will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Accord | 2001 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Accord | Altima |
Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1302 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |