2008 Honda Accord vs. 1995 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 2,569 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Nissan Skyline (271 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2008 Honda Accord. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Accord weights approximately 145 kg more than 1995 Nissan Skyline.
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, 1995 Nissan Skyline (367 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Accord. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Accord | 1995 Nissan Skyline | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Accord | Skyline |
Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2202 cc | 2569 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 367 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97.1 mm | 73.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |