2009 Honda Accord vs. 1996 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Terrano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Terrano would be higher. At 2,663 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Terrano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Terrano. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Terrano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 165 kg more than 2009 Honda Accord.
Because 1996 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, 1996 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, both vehicles can yield 221 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Accord | 1996 Nissan Terrano | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Accord | Terrano |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2660 mm |
