1991 Ford Corsair vs. 1991 Infiniti Q45

To start off, both 1991 Ford Corsair and 1991 Infiniti Q45 were released in the same year (1991). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Infiniti Q45 (277 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1991 Ford Corsair. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 620 kg more than 1991 Ford Corsair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1991 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 1991 Infiniti Q45. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Ford Corsair, 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, 1991 Infiniti Q45 (397 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Corsair. (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Corsair. 1991 Infiniti Q45 has automatic transmission and 1991 Ford Corsair has manual transmission. 1991 Ford Corsair will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Infiniti Q45 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1991 Ford Corsair 1991 Infiniti Q45
Make Ford Infiniti
Model Corsair Q45
Year Released 1991 1991
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1974 cc 4494 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 111 HP 277 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 168 Nm 397 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 93 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 82.7 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1130 kg 1750 kg
Vehicle Length 4530 mm 5080 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2560 mm 2890 mm


 

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