2006 Infiniti QX56 vs. 1984 Rover 3500
To start off, 2006 Infiniti QX56 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Rover 3500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Rover 3500 would be higher. At 5,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Infiniti QX56 (315 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1984 Rover 3500. (187 HP @ 5280 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 1984 Rover 3500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Rover 3500 weights approximately 111 kg more than 2006 Infiniti QX56.
Because 2006 Infiniti QX56 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Rover 3500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti QX56 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, 2006 Infiniti QX56 (529 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Rover 3500. (298 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Rover 3500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Infiniti QX56 | 1984 Rover 3500 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Rover |
| Model | QX56 | 3500 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5555 cc | 3532 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5280 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1431 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 66 L |
