1992 Infiniti Q45 vs. 1979 Lada S
To start off, 1992 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lada S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lada S would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 750 kg more than 1979 Lada S.
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. 1992 Infiniti Q45 has automatic transmission and 1979 Lada S has manual transmission. 1979 Lada S will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Infiniti Q45 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Infiniti Q45 | 1979 Lada S | |
| Make | Infiniti | Lada |
| Model | Q45 | S |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4494 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 0 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 43 L |
