1972 Chevrolet Vega vs. 1998 Infiniti Q45
To start off, 1998 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Vega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Vega would be higher. At 4,130 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Infiniti Q45 (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Vega. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Vega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 755 kg more than 1972 Chevrolet Vega. 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, 1998 Infiniti Q45 (378 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chevrolet Vega. (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chevrolet Vega.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Chevrolet Vega | 1998 Infiniti Q45 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Infiniti |
Model | Vega | Q45 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2287 cc | 4130 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 378 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 93.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 76 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 60 L |