1991 Honda Accord vs. 2011 Infiniti M
To start off, 2011 Infiniti M is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Honda Accord would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti M (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1991 Honda Accord. (176 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1991 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Infiniti M weights approximately 827 kg more than 1991 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Infiniti M 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 2011 Infiniti M. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 2011 Infiniti M (565 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda Accord. (231 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Honda Accord | 2011 Infiniti M | |
Make | Honda | Infiniti |
Model | Accord | M |
Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2451 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1827 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4945 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1501 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2901 mm |