1992 Ford Scorpio vs. 1993 Infiniti Q45
To start off, 1993 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Scorpio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Scorpio would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Infiniti Q45 (277 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1992 Ford Scorpio. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 437 kg more than 1992 Ford Scorpio. 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, 1993 Infiniti Q45 (396 Nm) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Scorpio. (160 Nm). This means 1993 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Scorpio. 1993 Infiniti Q45 has automatic transmission and 1992 Ford Scorpio has manual transmission. 1992 Ford Scorpio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Infiniti Q45 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Scorpio | 1993 Infiniti Q45 | |
| Make | Ford | Infiniti |
| Model | Scorpio | Q45 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 396 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1752 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2890 mm |
