1996 Honda Accord vs. 2008 Tata Nano
To start off, 2008 Tata Nano is newer by 12 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Accord (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2008 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Accord weights approximately 765 kg more than 2008 Tata Nano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Tata Nano 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 2008 Tata Nano. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Honda Accord (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Accord | 2008 Tata Nano | |
Make | Honda | Tata |
Model | Accord | Nano |
Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 624 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 48 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 73.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 73.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3099 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1495 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1652 mm |