1971 Honda Life vs. 1997 Infiniti Q45
To start off, 1997 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Honda Life would be higher. At 4,130 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Infiniti Q45 (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1971 Honda Life. (34 HP @ 9000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 1269 kg more than 1971 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Infiniti Q45 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1997 Infiniti Q45. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Honda Life, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1997 Infiniti Q45 (378 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda Life. (32 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1997 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda Life. 1997 Infiniti Q45 has automatic transmission and 1971 Honda Life has manual transmission. 1971 Honda Life will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Infiniti Q45 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Honda Life | 1997 Infiniti Q45 | |
Make | Honda | Infiniti |
Model | Life | Q45 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1997 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 4130 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 32 Nm | 378 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1759 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2840 mm |