1990 Infiniti Q45 vs. 2001 Volkswagen Quantum
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen Quantum is newer by 11 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 167 more horse power than 2001 Volkswagen Quantum. (110 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 2001 Volkswagen Quantum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 620 kg more than 2001 Volkswagen Quantum. 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, 2001 Volkswagen Quantum, 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volkswagen Quantum. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volkswagen Quantum.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Infiniti Q45 | 2001 Volkswagen Quantum | |
Make | Infiniti | Volkswagen |
Model | Q45 | Quantum |
Year Released | 1990 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4493 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 277 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 396 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2560 mm |