1986 Hyundai Excel vs. 2011 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2011 Infiniti FX is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Hyundai Excel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Hyundai Excel would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti FX (390 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 309 more horse power than 1986 Hyundai Excel. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1986 Hyundai Excel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Infiniti FX weights approximately 1087 kg more than 1986 Hyundai Excel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Infiniti FX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Hyundai Excel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti FX 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, 2011 Infiniti FX (500 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Hyundai Excel. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Hyundai Excel. 2011 Infiniti FX has automatic transmission and 1986 Hyundai Excel has manual transmission. 1986 Hyundai Excel will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Hyundai Excel | 2011 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Hyundai | Infiniti |
| Model | Excel | FX |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 2062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1679 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2885 mm |
