1990 Honda Prelude vs. 2008 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2008 Infiniti FX is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Infiniti FX (320 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1990 Honda Prelude. (112 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Prelude.
Because 2008 Infiniti FX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Infiniti FX (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Prelude. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Prelude. 2008 Infiniti FX has automatic transmission and 1990 Honda Prelude has manual transmission. 1990 Honda Prelude will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda Prelude | 2008 Infiniti FX | |
Make | Honda | Infiniti |
Model | Prelude | FX |
Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1958 cc | 4494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2860 mm |