1990 Infiniti Q45 vs. 2011 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2011 Honda Jazz 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 178 more horse power than 2011 Honda Jazz. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Jazz weights approximately 293 kg more than 1990 Infiniti Q45.
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 Jazz, 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 269 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Jazz. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1990 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Jazz. 1990 Infiniti Q45 has automatic transmission and 2011 Honda Jazz has manual transmission. 2011 Honda Jazz 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 | 2011 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Infiniti | Honda |
| Model | Q45 | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4493 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 396 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 246 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 42 L |
