1988 Honda Concerto vs. 2003 Infiniti I
To start off, 2003 Infiniti I is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Concerto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Concerto would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Infiniti I is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Infiniti I (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1988 Honda Concerto. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Infiniti I should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Infiniti I weights approximately 422 kg more than 1988 Honda Concerto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Infiniti I (270 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Concerto. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Infiniti I will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda Concerto | 2003 Infiniti I | |
| Make | Honda | Infiniti |
| Model | Concerto | I |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1512 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2760 mm |
