2011 Dodge Nitro vs. 1981 Honda Accord
To start off, 2011 Dodge Nitro is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Nitro (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1981 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 913 kg more than 1981 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Dodge Nitro 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 2011 Dodge Nitro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 2011 Dodge Nitro (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Dodge Nitro | 1981 Honda Accord | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Nitro | Accord |
Year Released | 2011 | 1981 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1602 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 318 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1803 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4544 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1857 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1791 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2764 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 50 L |