1982 Honda Accord vs. 1999 Infiniti Q45
To start off, 1999 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Honda Accord would be higher. At 4,128 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Infiniti Q45 (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1982 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 799 kg more than 1982 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Infiniti Q45 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 1999 Infiniti Q45. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1999 Infiniti Q45 (378 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Honda Accord | 1999 Infiniti Q45 | |
| Make | Honda | Infiniti |
| Model | Accord | Q45 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1602 cc | 4128 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 378 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1759 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2840 mm |
