2009 Chevrolet Nubira vs. 1988 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Nubira is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,955 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Accord (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. (108 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Nubira weights approximately 198 kg more than 1988 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, 1988 Honda Accord (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Nubira | 1988 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Nubira | Accord |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1313 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
