1978 Honda Accord vs. 1997 Infiniti QX4
To start off, 1997 Infiniti QX4 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Infiniti QX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Infiniti QX4 (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1978 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Infiniti QX4 should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Infiniti QX4 weights approximately 1030 kg more than 1978 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Infiniti QX4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Infiniti QX4 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 Infiniti QX4 (360 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1997 Infiniti QX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Honda Accord | 1997 Infiniti QX4 | |
| Make | Honda | Infiniti |
| Model | Accord | QX4 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1602 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2710 mm |
