1989 Infiniti Q45 vs. 2000 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2000 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 11 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 39 more horse power than 2000 Pontiac Bonneville. (238 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 2000 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 150 kg more than 2000 Pontiac Bonneville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Infiniti Q45 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1989 Infiniti Q45. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Bonneville, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Pontiac Bonneville. (379 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Pontiac Bonneville.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Infiniti Q45 | 2000 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Infiniti | Pontiac |
| Model | Q45 | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4494 cc | 3785 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 396 Nm | 379 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 54 L |
