1991 Infiniti Q45 vs. 1977 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1991 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda Chante 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 247 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 1260 kg more than 1977 Mazda Chante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Infiniti Q45 (397 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1991 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Infiniti Q45 | 1977 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Infiniti | Mazda |
| Model | Q45 | Chante |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4494 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 397 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2210 mm |
