2008 Honda Accord vs. 1999 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan Laurel (153 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2008 Honda Accord. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Accord.
Because 1999 Nissan Laurel is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Nissan Laurel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Laurel. (190 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Laurel. 1999 Nissan Laurel has automatic transmission and 2008 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2008 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Nissan Laurel will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Accord | 1999 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Accord | Laurel |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2204 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |
