1989 Infiniti Q45 vs. 1997 Isuzu VehiCross
To start off, 1997 Isuzu VehiCross is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Infiniti Q45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Infiniti Q45 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 65 more horse power than 1997 Isuzu VehiCross. (212 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1997 Isuzu VehiCross. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Isuzu VehiCross weights approximately 2 kg more than 1989 Infiniti Q45.
Because 1997 Isuzu VehiCross 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, 1997 Isuzu VehiCross 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 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Isuzu VehiCross. (284 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Isuzu VehiCross.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Infiniti Q45 | 1997 Isuzu VehiCross | |
| Make | Infiniti | Isuzu |
| Model | Q45 | VehiCross |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4494 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 396 Nm | 284 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1752 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2340 mm |
