1988 Honda Civic vs. 2010 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2010 Infiniti FX is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Civic would be higher. At 5,026 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti FX (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 1988 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Civic.
Because 2010 Infiniti FX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Infiniti FX (500 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 386 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Civic. (114 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Civic. 2010 Infiniti FX has automatic transmission and 1988 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1988 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda Civic | 2010 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Honda | Infiniti |
| Model | Civic | FX |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 5026 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1690 mm |
