1998 Honda Accord vs. 2012 Nissan Livina
To start off, 2012 Nissan Livina 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 42 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Livina. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Livina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Livina weights approximately 1103 kg more than 1998 Honda Accord.
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 (186 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Livina. (154 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Livina. 1998 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2012 Nissan Livina has manual transmission. 2012 Nissan Livina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Accord | 2012 Nissan Livina | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Accord | Livina |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83.6 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 2405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 52 L |