1978 Honda Accord vs. 2001 Infiniti I
To start off, 2001 Infiniti I is newer by 23 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 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Infiniti I is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Infiniti I (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1978 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Infiniti I should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Infiniti I weights approximately 580 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Infiniti I (270 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2001 Infiniti I will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Honda Accord | 2001 Infiniti I | |
| Make | Honda | Infiniti |
| Model | Accord | I |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1602 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2760 mm |
