1991 Ford Escort vs. 1995 Infiniti Q45
To start off, 1995 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Escort would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Infiniti Q45 (278 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1991 Ford Escort. (87 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 655 kg more than 1991 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 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 1995 Infiniti Q45. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Ford Escort, 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, 1995 Infiniti Q45 (396 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Escort. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1995 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Escort | 1995 Infiniti Q45 | |
| Make | Ford | Infiniti |
| Model | Escort | Q45 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1858 cc | 4494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 278 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 396 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2890 mm |
