1996 Nissan Crew vs. 2010 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Accent is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Crew. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Crew would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Crew is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Accent (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Crew. (129 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Crew. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Crew weights approximately 138 kg more than 2010 Hyundai Accent.
Because 1996 Nissan Crew 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 1996 Nissan Crew. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Accent, 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 Nissan Crew (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai Accent. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Crew will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai Accent. 2010 Hyundai Accent has automatic transmission and 1996 Nissan Crew has manual transmission. 1996 Nissan Crew will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Hyundai Accent will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Nissan Crew | 2010 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Nissan | Hyundai |
| Model | Crew | Accent |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1102 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4115 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1699 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2570 mm |
