2005 Honda Accord vs. 1973 Nissan President
To start off, 2005 Honda Accord is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan President would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Accord (240 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1973 Nissan President. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Nissan President weights approximately 124 kg more than 2005 Honda Accord.
Because 1973 Nissan President 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 1973 Nissan President. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Honda Accord (287 Nm) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan President. (236 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan President.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Accord | 1973 Nissan President | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Accord | President |
Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 236 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1481 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2860 mm |