1998 Honda Accord vs. 2012 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2012 Nissan Cube is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Accord (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Cube. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Cube. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Accord weights approximately 5 kg more than 2012 Nissan Cube. 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, 1998 Honda Accord (187 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Cube. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Cube.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Accord | 2012 Nissan Cube | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Accord | Cube |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1651 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |