1979 Honda Accord vs. 2008 Infiniti M
To start off, 2008 Infiniti M is newer by 29 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), 2008 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Infiniti M (275 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1979 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Infiniti M weights approximately 907 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 2008 Infiniti M 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, 2008 Infiniti M 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 M (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2008 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Honda Accord | 2008 Infiniti M | |
Make | Honda | Infiniti |
Model | Accord | M |
Year Released | 1979 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
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 | 275 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1837 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 76 L |