1989 Audi V8 vs. 1997 Infiniti QX4
To start off, 1997 Infiniti QX4 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Audi V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Audi V8 would be higher. At 3,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi V8 (251 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1997 Infiniti QX4. (169 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 1997 Infiniti QX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Infiniti QX4 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1989 Audi V8.
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, 1989 Audi V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Infiniti QX4. (271 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Infiniti QX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi V8 | 1997 Infiniti QX4 | |
| Make | Audi | Infiniti |
| Model | V8 | QX4 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 3275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
