1978 Honda Accord vs. 2012 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2012 Nissan 370Z is newer by 34 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan 370Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan 370Z (332 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1978 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan 370Z weights approximately 675 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 2012 Nissan 370Z 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 2012 Nissan 370Z. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 2012 Nissan 370Z (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan 370Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Honda Accord | 2012 Nissan 370Z | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Accord | 370Z |
Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 332 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1569 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4247 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1326 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 72 L |