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Opinons please on which would you choose. 99 Accord 2.0 exec or 98 Primera GT version.
Mine is that Accord very nice inside but has no torque below about 5000 rpm. Very quiet inside.
Primera not as nice inside but seems to handle very well.
Not sure about long term cost as so forth.
Anyone want to comment?
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Hi Opinons please on which would you choose. 99 Accord 2.0 exec or 98 Primera GT version. Mine is that Accord very nice inside but has no torque below about 5000 rpm. Very quiet inside. Primera not as nice inside but seems to handle very well. Not sure about long term cost as so forth. Anyone want to comment? Thanks
Is the Primera a GT or GTe? - the 'e' has 150bhp engine, the GT is 130bhp (same engine, different state of tune).
You are correct about Honda's lack of torque at low rpm - the Primera engine (the 'bulletproof' SR20DE - chain-drive cams) has a much broader power band and probably easier to drive in a leisurely fashion. Primera handles superbly thanks to quite sophisticated suspension and a very rigid bodyshell. Primera is sensitive to tyre roar - so you need a 'quiet' brand of tyre.
In the long term Nissans are likely to be a little cheaper to run than Hondas (Nissan parts are a bit cheaper) - but there is not a lot in it. Neither car has a particularly attractive interior, IMHO, but the Nissan's is a little less 'angular' than the Honda's.
As to troublespots etc. - I think both are very reliable. Nissan gearboxes can be notchy when cold (esp. into 2nd) but that can be cured by a change of oil (e.g. use Castrol SMX-S). Hondas seem to get through lambda sensors in my experience - and they are not cheap!
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Thanks for the in info Aprilia.
I can see that prior to 97 there were two types of GT. GT and GTE but after that model there only appears to be a GT and it's listed at 147 BHP.
Is there indeed a a GTe for the years 98-200.
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From 98 on there was only the Primera GT circa 150BHP. 93-98 there was the 2.0e GT 150BHP.
I'd get the Primera - it'll be a better drive and easily as reliable as the Honda. My Dad had a 93 Primera for 10 years and it never went wrong. Only parts it never needed were a set of anti roll bar links at £15 a side fitted and service parts, tyres and exhausts.
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Sorry, my mistake, you are correct - there is only one GT from about '98 and it is around 150BHP (147 is probably correct).
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Never driven either, but am a regular passenger in both.
The Accord feels luxurious inside, and had a lovely smooth ride. The Primera felt cheap and tacky and yukky, harsh ride and not-so-nice seats.
Those comfort factors may not matter to you, and I can't comment on driving qualities ... but your passengers would definitely prefer the Accord.
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I've not done a proper search on the Trader etc. but I'd have thought that the Accord would be about £4.5k, the Primera roughly £1k cheaper.
Are we talking about two cars of the same bodystyle, mileage, condition, etc.?
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The original Mondeo was largely based on the Primera's suspension setup and handling.
Either would be a good buy and both will be reliable - the Accord will hold its value that much better but will probably have a little higher running costs overall.
Every one I know who has a Honda Accord (dating back to 1992 models) or a Primera say it's the best car they've ever owned.
The 1992 Accord owner had it stolen by joyriders in Leeds during a visit and it was seen by the police being driven at very high speeds during the night.
However, despite the toe-rags involved using the car as an ashtray for their (illegal) smokes, the strange smell left afterwards and the trauma of the incident, the owner decided to have the Accord cleaned up and keep it.
He's still got it three years after the incident, even though he could easily have bought a replacement.
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The Primera is cheaper by a grand but is not as luxurious inside as the Accord Exec model. The Accord did seem a bit gutless to drive though. Well can't afford a Type-R Accord so thats out.
Type-V looks very nice but price are above £5000 for most.
Any Primera GT owners out there?
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I personally own a 98r plate Primera GT and these cars really are good value for money. Only paid £4000 for it two years ago with 39k on the clock.
In GT form the primera is the better looker with its skirts, alloys and spoilers. But as others have pointed out the interior is made from cheap feeling plastics and now looks dated. The 150hp sr20 engine is great though, a nice spread of power and good economy.
Be warned the ride can get tiring on british roads as its very firm. Repair costs for both these cars will be steep. A 98 Primera GT will have had a long hard life. My starter motor went over August bank holiday, I was quoted £400 plus fitting for a new one from local dealers :(
luckily my uncles in the trade, got one for £50 plus fitting but
these types of problem are very rare.
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Repair costs for both these cars willbe steep. A 98 Primera GT will have had a long hard life. My starter motor went over August bank holiday, I was quoted £400 plus fitting for a new one from local dealers :( luckily my uncles in the trade, got one for £50 plus fitting but these types of problem are very rare.
to be fair to Nissan I doubt a new starter motor for, say, a GM Vectra would be much less. Best to buy a recon unit or have your old unit repaired.
Nissan parts are not cheap, but then neither are many other brands these days. Honda parts are more expensive than Nissan parts - that's been my experience, at least. I'm fortunate in being able to buy Nissan parts at just a little above trade, which actually makes them fairly reasonable.
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The original Mondeo was largely based on the Primera's suspension setup and handling.
I think that would be news to Ford!
Mondeo chassis development was done long before the P10 Primera was finalised and launched.
The later (P11) Primera's have a different (better) suspension set up than the earlier P10 one.
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