1974 Chevrolet Vega vs. 2003 Infiniti Q45
To start off, 2003 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Chevrolet Vega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Chevrolet Vega would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Infiniti Q45 (340 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1974 Chevrolet Vega. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1974 Chevrolet Vega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 799 kg more than 1974 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, 2003 Infiniti Q45 (451 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Chevrolet Vega. (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Chevrolet Vega.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Chevrolet Vega | 2003 Infiniti Q45 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Infiniti |
Model | Vega | Q45 |
Year Released | 1974 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2285 cc | 4494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 451 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1804 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 81 L |