1973 Ford Granada vs. 2000 Infiniti Q45
To start off, 2000 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ford Granada would be higher. At 4,130 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Infiniti Q45 (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1973 Ford Granada. (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 338 kg more than 1973 Ford Granada. 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, 2000 Infiniti Q45 (378 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ford Granada. (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Ford Granada | 2000 Infiniti Q45 | |
Make | Ford | Infiniti |
Model | Granada | Q45 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4130 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 236 Nm | 378 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.4 mm | 76 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |