2012 Infiniti EX vs. 1980 Honda Accord
To start off, 2012 Infiniti EX is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti EX (297 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1980 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti EX weights approximately 825 kg more than 1980 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Infiniti EX 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 2012 Infiniti EX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 2012 Infiniti EX (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Infiniti EX | 1980 Honda Accord | |
Make | Infiniti | Honda |
Model | EX | Accord |
Year Released | 2012 | 1980 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1602 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 297 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1803 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1572 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2799 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 50 L |