1982 Honda Prelude vs. 2007 Infiniti QX56
To start off, 2007 Infiniti QX56 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Infiniti QX56 (320 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1982 Honda Prelude. (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Prelude.
Because 2007 Infiniti QX56 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Infiniti QX56 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, 2007 Infiniti QX56 (533 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 391 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Prelude. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Honda Prelude | 2007 Infiniti QX56 | |
| Make | Honda | Infiniti |
| Model | Prelude | QX56 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1750 cc | 5552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 533 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 106 L |
