1999 Honda Accord vs. 1969 Nissan Fairlady
To start off, 1999 Honda Accord is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Nissan Fairlady. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Nissan Fairlady would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Accord (200 HP) has 63 more horse power than 1969 Nissan Fairlady. (137 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1969 Nissan Fairlady. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Accord weights approximately 366 kg more than 1969 Nissan Fairlady. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Nissan Fairlady 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 1969 Nissan Fairlady. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Accord, 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, 1999 Honda Accord (264 Nm) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Nissan Fairlady. (198 Nm). This means 1999 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Nissan Fairlady.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Accord | 1969 Nissan Fairlady | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Accord | Fairlady |
Year Released | 1999 | 1969 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2995 cc | 2393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 137 HP |
Torque | 264 Nm | 198 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1044 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2310 mm |