1980 Buick Estate vs. 2004 Infiniti QX56
To start off, 2004 Infiniti QX56 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Buick Estate would be higher. At 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Infiniti QX56 (315 HP) has 177 more horse power than 1980 Buick Estate. (138 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Infiniti QX56 weights approximately 451 kg more than 1980 Buick Estate. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2004 Infiniti QX56 (529 Nm) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Buick Estate. (325 Nm). This means 2004 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Buick Estate.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Buick Estate | 2004 Infiniti QX56 | |
Make | Buick | Infiniti |
Model | Estate | QX56 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5030 cc | 5556 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 315 HP |
Torque | 325 Nm | 529 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 2431 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3140 mm |