1990 Infiniti Q45 vs. 2011 Honda Accord
To start off, 2011 Honda Accord is newer by 21 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 100 more horse power than 2011 Honda Accord. (177 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 291 kg more than 2011 Honda Accord. 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, 2011 Honda Accord, 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 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1990 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Infiniti Q45 | 2011 Honda Accord | |
Make | Infiniti | Honda |
Model | Q45 | Accord |
Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4493 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 277 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 396 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1459 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1847 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2799 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |