1972 Honda Civic vs. 1990 Infiniti Q45
To start off, 1990 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Honda Civic would be higher. At 4,493 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Infiniti Q45 (277 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1972 Honda Civic. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 1075 kg more than 1972 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 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 1990 Infiniti Q45. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Honda Civic, 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, 1990 Infiniti Q45 (396 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda Civic. (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Honda Civic | 1990 Infiniti Q45 | |
Make | Honda | Infiniti |
Model | Civic | Q45 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1990 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1169 cc | 4493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 277 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 396 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2890 mm |