1980 Ford Escort vs. 2005 Infiniti Q45
To start off, 2005 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Escort would be higher. At 4,490 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti Q45 (340 HP) has 297 more horse power than 1980 Ford Escort. (43 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 934 kg more than 1980 Ford Escort. 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, 2005 Infiniti Q45 (453 Nm) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Escort. (71 Nm). This means 2005 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Escort. 2005 Infiniti Q45 has automatic transmission and 1980 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1980 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Infiniti Q45 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Escort | 2005 Infiniti Q45 | |
| Make | Ford | Infiniti |
| Model | Escort | Q45 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 4490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 340 HP |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 453 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 53.3 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 903 kg | 1837 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 81 L |
