1996 Nissan Primera vs. 2011 Honda Accord
To start off, 2011 Honda Accord is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Primera would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Primera. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Accord weights approximately 264 kg more than 1996 Nissan Primera. 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, 2011 Honda Accord (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Primera. (177 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Primera. 2011 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1996 Nissan Primera has manual transmission. 1996 Nissan Primera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Nissan Primera | 2011 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Nissan | Honda |
| Model | Primera | Accord |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1974 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4935 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2799 mm |
