1992 Infiniti Q45 vs. 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1992 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Infiniti Q45 (277 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 136 kg more than 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass. 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, 1992 Infiniti Q45 (396 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1992 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Infiniti Q45 | 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
Make | Infiniti | Oldsmobile |
Model | Q45 | Cutlass |
Year Released | 1992 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4494 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 277 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 396 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 103.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 85.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1614 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2960 mm |