1989 Infiniti Q45 vs. 1971 Land Rover Serie II
To start off, 1989 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Land Rover Serie II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Land Rover Serie II 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) has 210 more horse power than 1971 Land Rover Serie II. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1971 Land Rover Serie II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1971 Land Rover Serie II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Land Rover Serie II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Infiniti Q45. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Land Rover Serie II will offer significantly more control. 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 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Land Rover Serie II. (158 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Land Rover Serie II. 1989 Infiniti Q45 has automatic transmission and 1971 Land Rover Serie II has manual transmission. 1971 Land Rover Serie II 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:
1989 Infiniti Q45 | 1971 Land Rover Serie II | |
Make | Infiniti | Land Rover |
Model | Q45 | Serie II |
Year Released | 1989 | 1971 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4494 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 277 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 396 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2780 mm |