1992 Infiniti Q45 vs. 2009 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2009 Nissan Quest is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Infiniti Q45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Infiniti Q45 would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Infiniti Q45 (277 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Quest. (235 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 196 kg more than 2009 Nissan Quest. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Infiniti Q45 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1992 Infiniti Q45. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Quest, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Quest. (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1992 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Infiniti Q45 | 2009 Nissan Quest | |
Make | Infiniti | Nissan |
Model | Q45 | Quest |
Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4494 cc | 3494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 277 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 396 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1554 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3160 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 76 L |