1990 Ford RS 200 vs. 1998 Infiniti QX4
To start off, 1998 Infiniti QX4 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford RS 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford RS 200 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Infiniti QX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford RS 200 (250 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1998 Infiniti QX4. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford RS 200 should accelerate faster than 1998 Infiniti QX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Infiniti QX4 weights approximately 780 kg more than 1990 Ford RS 200.
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, 1998 Infiniti QX4 (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford RS 200. (292 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Infiniti QX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford RS 200. 1998 Infiniti QX4 has automatic transmission and 1990 Ford RS 200 has manual transmission. 1990 Ford RS 200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Infiniti QX4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford RS 200 | 1998 Infiniti QX4 | |
Make | Ford | Infiniti |
Model | RS 200 | QX4 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |