1999 Infiniti QX4 vs. 1980 Buick Century
To start off, 1999 Infiniti QX4 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Infiniti QX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Infiniti QX4 (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1980 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Infiniti QX4 should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Infiniti QX4 weights approximately 532 kg more than 1980 Buick Century. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Infiniti QX4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Buick Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Infiniti QX4 (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Buick Century. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Infiniti QX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Infiniti QX4 | 1980 Buick Century | |
| Make | Infiniti | Buick |
| Model | QX4 | Century |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1980 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1962 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2760 mm |
