1990 Infiniti Q45 vs. 1988 Buick Century
To start off, 1990 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Buick Century would be higher. At 4,493 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Infiniti Q45 (277 HP) has 152 more horse power than 1988 Buick Century. (125 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Century.
Because 1990 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 1990 Infiniti Q45. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Buick Century, 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, 1990 Infiniti Q45 (396 Nm) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Buick Century. (220 Nm). This means 1990 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Infiniti Q45 | 1988 Buick Century | |
| Make | Infiniti | Buick |
| Model | Q45 | Century |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4493 cc | 2800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 125 HP |
| Torque | 396 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4849 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1374 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2664 mm |
