2006 Honda Accord vs. 1989 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Nissan Micra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Nissan Micra would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Micra. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 175 kg more than 1989 Nissan Micra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Nissan Micra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Micra. (73 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Micra. 2006 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1989 Nissan Micra has manual transmission. 1989 Nissan Micra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Accord | 1989 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Accord | Micra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| 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 | 166 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2310 mm |
