1996 Honda Accord vs. 2011 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2011 Nissan Versa is newer by 15 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 1,850 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Versa (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1996 Honda Accord. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Versa should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Accord weights approximately 53 kg more than 2011 Nissan Versa.
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, 2011 Nissan Versa (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Accord. (158 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Versa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Accord | 2011 Nissan Versa | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Accord | Versa |
Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1850 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 158 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1222 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4295 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1534 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2601 mm |