1980 Mitsubishi Jeep vs. 2013 Infiniti QX
To start off, 2013 Infiniti QX is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep would be higher. At 5,552 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti QX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti QX (395 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep. (102 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti QX should accelerate faster than 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti QX weights approximately 1136 kg more than 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2013 Infiniti QX (560 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep. (197 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti QX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep | 2013 Infiniti QX | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Infiniti |
| Model | Jeep | QX |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2384 cc | 5552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 2656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3075 mm |
