1990 Infiniti Q45 vs. 1998 Tata Safari
To start off, 1998 Tata Safari 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 142 more horse power than 1998 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1998 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Tata Safari weights approximately 290 kg more than 1990 Infiniti Q45.
Because 1998 Tata Safari 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 Tata Safari 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 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Tata Safari. (182 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Tata Safari. 1990 Infiniti Q45 has automatic transmission and 1998 Tata Safari has manual transmission. 1998 Tata Safari 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 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Infiniti | Tata |
| Model | Q45 | Safari |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4493 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5530 RPM |
| Torque | 396 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2660 mm |
