1977 Ford 2000 vs. 1989 Infiniti Q45
To start off, 1989 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford 2000 would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Infiniti Q45 (277 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1977 Ford 2000. (99 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 493 kg more than 1977 Ford 2000. 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, 1989 Infiniti Q45 (396 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford 2000. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford 2000. 1989 Infiniti Q45 has automatic transmission and 1977 Ford 2000 has manual transmission. 1977 Ford 2000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Infiniti Q45 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford 2000 | 1989 Infiniti Q45 | |
| Make | Ford | Infiniti |
| Model | 2000 | Q45 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 4494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 396 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 72 L |
