2006 Chevrolet Nubira vs. 1989 Honda Accord
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Nubira is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,955 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 120 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Nubira weights approximately 206 kg more than 1989 Honda Accord.
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, 1989 Honda Accord (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Nubira. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Nubira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Nubira | 1989 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Nubira | Accord |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.6 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1322 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |
