1989 Infiniti Q45 vs. 1983 Renault 11
To start off, 1989 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Renault 11. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Renault 11 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 @ 6000 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1983 Renault 11. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1983 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 855 kg more than 1983 Renault 11. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Infiniti Q45 (396 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Renault 11. (139 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Infiniti Q45 | 1983 Renault 11 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Renault |
| Model | Q45 | 11 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4494 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 396 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2490 mm |
