2005 Honda Accord vs. 1989 Nissan Santana
To start off, 2005 Honda Accord is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Nissan Santana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Nissan Santana 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 147 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Santana. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Santana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 407 kg more than 1989 Nissan Santana. 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 (287 Nm) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Santana. (142 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Santana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Accord | 1989 Nissan Santana | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Accord | Santana |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1481 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2560 mm |
