1992 Ford Fairlane vs. 2011 Infiniti QX56
To start off, 2011 Infiniti QX56 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti QX56 (400 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1992 Ford Fairlane. (198 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Infiniti QX56 weights approximately 930 kg more than 1992 Ford Fairlane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2011 Infiniti QX56 (559 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Fairlane. (348 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ford Fairlane | 2011 Infiniti QX56 | |
Make | Ford | Infiniti |
Model | Fairlane | QX56 |
Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3984 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 348 Nm | 559 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 2540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5291 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1925 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 3076 mm |