1990 Infiniti Q45 vs. 2005 Volvo S80
To start off, 2005 Volvo S80 is newer by 15 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 9 more horse power than 2005 Volvo S80. (268 HP @ 1800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 71 kg more than 2005 Volvo S80. 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, 2005 Volvo S80, 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 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo S80. (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1990 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Infiniti Q45 | 2005 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Volvo |
| Model | Q45 | S80 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4493 cc | 2922 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Torque | 396 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 90 mm |
| Top Speed | 246 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1679 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |
