1997 Infiniti QX4 vs. 1987 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1997 Infiniti QX4 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 3,275 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Infiniti QX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Infiniti QX4 (169 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1987 Volkswagen Polo. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Infiniti QX4 should accelerate faster than 1987 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Infiniti QX4 weights approximately 1170 kg more than 1987 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Infiniti QX4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Volkswagen Polo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Infiniti QX4 (271 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Volkswagen Polo. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Infiniti QX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Volkswagen Polo. 1997 Infiniti QX4 has automatic transmission and 1987 Volkswagen Polo has manual transmission. 1987 Volkswagen Polo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Infiniti QX4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Infiniti QX4 | 1987 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Infiniti | Volkswagen |
| Model | QX4 | Polo |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1987 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3275 cc | 1043 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2340 mm |
