1986 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2005 Infiniti Q45
To start off, 2005 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti Q45 (340 HP) has 202 more horse power than 1986 Chevrolet Caprice. (138 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1986 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 65 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Infiniti Q45 (453 Nm) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Chevrolet Caprice. (346 Nm). This means 2005 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Chevrolet Caprice | 2005 Infiniti Q45 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Infiniti |
| Model | Caprice | Q45 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5032 cc | 4490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 340 HP |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 453 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1902 kg | 1837 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2880 mm |
