1998 Infiniti QX4 vs. 1989 Rover Range Rover
To start off, 1998 Infiniti QX4 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 3,947 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Infiniti QX4 (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1989 Rover Range Rover. (185 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Infiniti QX4 should accelerate faster than 1989 Rover Range Rover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Rover Range Rover weights approximately 26 kg more than 1998 Infiniti QX4.
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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Rover Range Rover. (319 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1998 Infiniti QX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Rover Range Rover.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Infiniti QX4 | 1989 Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Infiniti | Rover |
| Model | QX4 | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1986 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2550 mm |
