2005 Honda Accord vs. 1986 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2005 Honda Accord is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Nissan Micra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Nissan Micra 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 111 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Micra. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 770 kg more than 1986 Nissan Micra. 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 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Micra. (73 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Micra. 2005 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1986 Nissan Micra has manual transmission. 1986 Nissan Micra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Accord | 1986 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Accord | Micra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1436 kg | 666 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2310 mm |
