2005 Honda Accord vs. 1981 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 2005 Honda Accord is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Stanza would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Accord (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Stanza. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 556 kg more than 1981 Nissan Stanza. 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, 2005 Honda Accord (218 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Stanza. (130 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Accord | 1981 Nissan Stanza | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Accord | Stanza |
Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 130 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1436 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2480 mm |