1987 Honda Legend vs. 2008 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2008 Infiniti FX is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Infiniti FX (275 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1987 Honda Legend. (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1987 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Honda Legend weights approximately 100 kg more than 2008 Infiniti FX.
Because 2008 Infiniti FX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Honda Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Infiniti FX (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Honda Legend. (229 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Honda Legend | 2008 Infiniti FX | |
Make | Honda | Infiniti |
Model | Legend | FX |
Year Released | 1987 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2675 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 275 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 229 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2860 mm |