1978 Honda Prelude vs. 2008 Infiniti M
To start off, 2008 Infiniti M is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 4,493 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Infiniti M (325 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1978 Honda Prelude. (89 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Infiniti M weights approximately 947 kg more than 1978 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Infiniti M is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Infiniti M (456 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Prelude. (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Honda Prelude | 2008 Infiniti M | |
Make | Honda | Infiniti |
Model | Prelude | M |
Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1750 cc | 4493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 456 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1837 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 76 L |