1979 Honda Accord vs. 2000 Nissan R 390 GT1
To start off, 2000 Nissan R 390 GT1 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Accord would be higher. In terms of performance, 2000 Nissan R 390 GT1 (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1979 Honda Accord. (89 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Nissan R 390 GT1 weights approximately 168 kg more than 1979 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Nissan R 390 GT1 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 2000 Nissan R 390 GT1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 2000 Nissan R 390 GT1 (637 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 495 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Accord. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Honda Accord | 2000 Nissan R 390 GT1 | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Accord | R 390 GT1 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 637 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1098 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2730 mm |