1990 Infiniti Q45 vs. 1999 Volkswagen Eurovan
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Eurovan is newer by 9 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 129 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Eurovan. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Eurovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 396 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Eurovan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Volkswagen Eurovan, 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 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Eurovan. (279 Nm). This means 1990 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Eurovan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Infiniti Q45 | 1999 Volkswagen Eurovan | |
| Make | Infiniti | Volkswagen |
| Model | Q45 | Eurovan |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4493 cc | 2801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 396 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1354 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2930 mm |
