1990 Ford Mustang vs. 2008 Infiniti QX56
To start off, 2008 Infiniti QX56 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Infiniti QX56 (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1990 Ford Mustang. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Infiniti QX56 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1990 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Infiniti QX56 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti QX56 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, 2008 Infiniti QX56 (533 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Mustang. (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Mustang | 2008 Infiniti QX56 | |
Make | Ford | Infiniti |
Model | Mustang | QX56 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2301 cc | 5552 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 533 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 2010 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3140 mm |