1991 Infiniti Q45 vs. 1982 Mazda 323
To start off, 1991 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mazda 323 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 224 more horse power than 1982 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1982 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 900 kg more than 1982 Mazda 323. 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 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mazda 323. (80 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Infiniti Q45 | 1982 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Mazda |
| Model | Q45 | 323 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4494 cc | 1071 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 397 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2370 mm |
