2002 Honda Accord vs. 1969 Nissan Sunny

To start off, 2002 Honda Accord is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1969 Nissan Sunny. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1969 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 765 kg more than 1969 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1969 Nissan Sunny 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 Sunny. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Nissan Sunny. (75 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Nissan Sunny.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Honda Accord 1969 Nissan Sunny
Make Honda Nissan
Model Accord Sunny
Year Released 2002 1969
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2354 cc 988 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 160 HP 44 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 218 Nm 75 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 3600 RPM
Drive Type Front Rear
Vehicle Weight 1410 kg 645 kg
Vehicle Length 4770 mm 3830 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1450 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1350 mm
Wheelbase Size 2690 mm 2290 mm