1989 Infiniti Q45 vs. 2005 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2005 Mazda Tribute is newer by 16 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 123 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 271 kg more than 2005 Mazda Tribute. 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) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (207 Nm). This means 1989 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Infiniti Q45 | 2005 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Infiniti | Mazda |
| Model | Q45 | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4494 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 396 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1479 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 62 L |
