1970 Holden Torana vs. 1989 Infiniti Q45
To start off, 1989 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Holden Torana would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Infiniti Q45 (277 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1970 Holden Torana. (95 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1970 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 800 kg more than 1970 Holden Torana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1989 Infiniti Q45 (396 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Holden Torana. (163 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1989 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Holden Torana | 1989 Infiniti Q45 | |
| Make | Holden | Infiniti |
| Model | Torana | Q45 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 4494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 396 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2890 mm |
