2002 Honda Accord vs. 1998 Nissan Pickup
To start off, 2002 Honda Accord is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan Pickup. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan Pickup would be higher. At 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Nissan Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (197 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Pickup. (82 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Pickup. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 94 kg more than 1998 Nissan Pickup. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Nissan Pickup 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 1998 Nissan Pickup. 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 (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Pickup. (163 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Pickup. 2002 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1998 Nissan Pickup has manual transmission. 1998 Nissan Pickup 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 | 1998 Nissan Pickup | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Accord | Pickup |
Year Released | 2002 | 1998 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1446 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2960 mm |