1984 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 1997 Infiniti QX4
To start off, 1997 Infiniti QX4 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1997 Infiniti QX4. (169 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 1997 Infiniti QX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Infiniti QX4 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp.
Because 1997 Infiniti QX4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp. 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, 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Infiniti QX4. (271 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Infiniti QX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp | 1997 Infiniti QX4 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Infiniti |
| Model | Longchamp | QX4 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 3275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
