1989 Honda Accord vs. 2013 Infiniti M
To start off, 2013 Infiniti M is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,696 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti M (325 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1989 Honda Accord. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti M weights approximately 634 kg more than 1989 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Infiniti M is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Infiniti M (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Accord. (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Accord | 2013 Infiniti M | |
Make | Honda | Infiniti |
Model | Accord | M |
Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1955 cc | 3696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4945 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1845 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2900 mm |