1979 Honda Accord vs. 2003 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2003 Infiniti FX is newer by 24 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. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Infiniti FX (311 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1979 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Infiniti FX weights approximately 1020 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 2003 Infiniti FX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Infiniti FX (446 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2003 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Honda Accord | 2003 Infiniti FX | |
Make | Honda | Infiniti |
Model | Accord | FX |
Year Released | 1979 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 4494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 446 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2860 mm |