1990 Infiniti Q45 vs. 1998 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1998 Nissan Patrol is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Infiniti Q45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Infiniti Q45 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 @ 6000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Patrol. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 446 kg more than 1990 Infiniti Q45.
Because 1998 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Infiniti Q45. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Patrol 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, 1990 Infiniti Q45 (396 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Patrol. (252 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Patrol. 1990 Infiniti Q45 has automatic transmission and 1998 Nissan Patrol has manual transmission. 1998 Nissan Patrol will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Infiniti Q45 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Infiniti Q45 | 1998 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Infiniti | Nissan |
Model | Q45 | Patrol |
Year Released | 1990 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4493 cc | 2826 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 277 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 396 Nm | 252 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2196 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1810 mm |