1988 Honda Legend vs. 2012 Infiniti G25
To start off, 2012 Infiniti G25 is newer by 24 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 2,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti G25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti G25 (218 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1988 Honda Legend. (188 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti G25 should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti G25 weights approximately 317 kg more than 1988 Honda Legend. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Infiniti G25 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Infiniti G25. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 G25 (254 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Legend. (241 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti G25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda Legend | 2012 Infiniti G25 | |
| Make | Honda | Infiniti |
| Model | Legend | G25 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 254 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1617 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4773 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1773 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 76 L |
