1988 Honda Legend 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 Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Legend would be higher. At 5,019 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti FX (390 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1988 Honda Legend. (188 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Legend.

Because 2010 Infiniti FX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Honda Legend. 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 (501 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Legend. (241 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Legend.

Compare all specifications:

1988 Honda Legend 2010 Infiniti FX
Make Honda Infiniti
Model Legend FX
Year Released 1988 2010
Body Type Sedan Crossover
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1996 cc 5019 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 188 HP 390 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 241 Nm 501 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82 mm 95.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 63 mm 87.7 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4820 mm 4870 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1930 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1690 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2890 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 90 L


 

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