1979 Ford Granada vs. 2006 Infiniti Q45
To start off, 2006 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Granada would be higher. At 4,490 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Infiniti Q45 (340 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1979 Ford Granada. (96 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Granada weights approximately 180 kg more than 2006 Infiniti Q45.
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, 2006 Infiniti Q45 (452 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Granada. (284 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2006 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford Granada | 2006 Infiniti Q45 | |
Make | Ford | Infiniti |
Model | Granada | Q45 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4092 cc | 4490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 452 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2880 mm |