2002 Honda Accord vs. 1990 Nissan Vanette
To start off, 2002 Honda Accord is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Nissan Vanette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Nissan Vanette would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (152 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1990 Nissan Vanette. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1990 Nissan Vanette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Nissan Vanette weights approximately 590 kg more than 2002 Honda Accord.
Because 1990 Nissan Vanette 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 1990 Nissan Vanette. 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 (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Nissan Vanette. (148 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Nissan Vanette. 2002 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1990 Nissan Vanette has manual transmission. 1990 Nissan Vanette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Accord | 1990 Nissan Vanette | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Accord | Vanette |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2080 mm |
