1972 Honda Civic vs. 1997 Infiniti QX4
To start off, 1997 Infiniti QX4 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,275 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Infiniti QX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Infiniti QX4 (169 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1972 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Infiniti QX4 should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Infiniti QX4 weights approximately 1262 kg more than 1972 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Infiniti QX4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Infiniti QX4 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, 1997 Infiniti QX4 (271 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Infiniti QX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Honda Civic | 1997 Infiniti QX4 | |
| Make | Honda | Infiniti |
| Model | Civic | QX4 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1169 cc | 3275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 678 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2710 mm |
