2004 Honda Accord vs. 1989 Nissan Pintara
To start off, 2004 Honda Accord is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Nissan Pintara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Nissan Pintara would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Accord (161 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Pintara. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Pintara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Accord weights approximately 222 kg more than 1989 Nissan Pintara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Honda Accord (218 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Pintara. (168 Nm). This means 2004 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Pintara.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Accord | 1989 Nissan Pintara | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Accord | Pintara |
Year Released | 2004 | 1989 |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 168 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1382 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2560 mm |