1991 Infiniti Q45 vs. 1970 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 1991 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volkswagen 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volkswagen 1600 would be higher. 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 228 more horse power than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. (49 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 880 kg more than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. (106 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1991 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. 1991 Infiniti Q45 has automatic transmission and 1970 Volkswagen 1600 has manual transmission. 1970 Volkswagen 1600 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 Infiniti Q45 | 1970 Volkswagen 1600 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Volkswagen |
| Model | Q45 | 1600 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4494 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 397 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 246 km/hour | 133 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 40 L |
