1979 Honda Accord vs. 2006 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2006 Nissan 350Z is newer by 27 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan 350Z (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1979 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 600 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 2006 Nissan 350Z 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 2006 Nissan 350Z. 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, 2006 Nissan 350Z (364 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Honda Accord | 2006 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Accord | 350Z |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 364 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
