1984 Ford Sierra vs. 1999 Infiniti Q45
To start off, 1999 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 4,128 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Infiniti Q45 (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1984 Ford Sierra. (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 579 kg more than 1984 Ford Sierra. 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, 1999 Infiniti Q45 (378 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Sierra. (216 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1999 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Sierra. 1999 Infiniti Q45 has automatic transmission and 1984 Ford Sierra has manual transmission. 1984 Ford Sierra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Infiniti Q45 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ford Sierra | 1999 Infiniti Q45 | |
Make | Ford | Infiniti |
Model | Sierra | Q45 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2792 cc | 4128 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 378 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1759 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2840 mm |