2009 Honda Accord vs. 1997 Nissan 400 R
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan 400 R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan 400 R would be higher. At 2,768 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Nissan 400 R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan 400 R (400 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 2009 Honda Accord. (198 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan 400 R should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 10 kg more than 1997 Nissan 400 R.
Because 1997 Nissan 400 R 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, 1997 Nissan 400 R 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, 1997 Nissan 400 R (471 Nm) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (234 Nm). This means 1997 Nissan 400 R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Accord | 1997 Nissan 400 R | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Accord | 400 R |
Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2768 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 234 Nm | 471 Nm |
Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 318 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2720 mm |