1987 Honda Prelude vs. 2012 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2012 Infiniti FX is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti FX (235 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1987 Honda Prelude. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1987 Honda Prelude.
Because 2012 Infiniti FX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Infiniti FX (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Honda Prelude. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Honda Prelude | 2012 Infiniti FX | |
Make | Honda | Infiniti |
Model | Prelude | FX |
Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1829 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4865 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2885 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 90 L |