1985 Buick Estate vs. 2001 Infiniti QX4
To start off, 2001 Infiniti QX4 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Buick Estate would be higher. At 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Infiniti QX4 (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1985 Buick Estate. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Infiniti QX4 should accelerate faster than 1985 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Infiniti QX4 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1985 Buick Estate. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Infiniti QX4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Buick Estate. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1985 Buick Estate (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Infiniti QX4. (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1985 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Infiniti QX4.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Buick Estate | 2001 Infiniti QX4 | |
Make | Buick | Infiniti |
Model | Estate | QX4 |
Year Released | 1985 | 2001 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6598 cc | 3497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2710 mm |