2009 Honda Accord vs. 1991 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Nissan Terrano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Nissan Terrano would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Nissan Terrano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1991 Nissan Terrano. (146 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1991 Nissan Terrano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 626 kg more than 2009 Honda Accord.
Because 1991 Nissan Terrano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Nissan Terrano 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, 1991 Nissan Terrano (244 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1991 Nissan Terrano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord. 2009 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1991 Nissan Terrano has manual transmission. 1991 Nissan Terrano will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Accord | 1991 Nissan Terrano | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Accord | Terrano |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2353 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2660 mm |
