1999 Infiniti QX4 vs. 1991 Porsche 968
To start off, 1999 Infiniti QX4 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Porsche 968 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Infiniti QX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Porsche 968 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1999 Infiniti QX4. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 1999 Infiniti QX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Infiniti QX4 weights approximately 562 kg more than 1991 Porsche 968.
Because 1999 Infiniti QX4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Porsche 968. 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 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Porsche 968. (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1999 Infiniti QX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Porsche 968. 1999 Infiniti QX4 has automatic transmission and 1991 Porsche 968 has manual transmission. 1991 Porsche 968 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Infiniti QX4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Infiniti QX4 | 1991 Porsche 968 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Porsche |
| Model | QX4 | 968 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1991 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1962 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
