1978 Honda Accord vs. 2008 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2008 Infiniti FX is newer by 30 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), 2008 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Infiniti FX (297 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1978 Honda Accord. (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Infiniti FX weights approximately 420 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 2008 Infiniti FX 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, 2008 Infiniti FX 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, 2008 Infiniti FX (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Accord. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Honda Accord | 2008 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Honda | Infiniti |
| Model | Accord | FX |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1750 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 90 L |
