1979 Honda Accord vs. 2008 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2008 Nissan Maxima 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 3,505 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Maxima (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1979 Honda Accord. (89 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 644 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Nissan Maxima (342 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Accord. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Honda Accord | 2008 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Accord | Maxima |
Year Released | 1979 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1750 cc | 3505 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 342 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1574 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 76 L |