2002 Honda Accord vs. 1977 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 2002 Honda Accord is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Nissan Skyline 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 (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Skyline. (135 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 299 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 Honda Accord (220 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Skyline. (180 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Accord | 1977 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Accord | Skyline |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2620 mm |
