1981 Honda Accord vs. 1996 Infiniti G20
To start off, 1996 Infiniti G20 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Infiniti G20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Infiniti G20 (141 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1981 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Infiniti G20 should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Infiniti G20 weights approximately 285 kg more than 1981 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, 1996 Infiniti G20 (181 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Accord. (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Infiniti G20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Honda Accord | 1996 Infiniti G20 | |
Make | Honda | Infiniti |
Model | Accord | G20 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1602 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2560 mm |