1994 Infiniti Q45 vs. 1963 Isuzu Minx
To start off, 1994 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Isuzu Minx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Isuzu Minx would be higher. At 4,493 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Infiniti Q45 (277 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1963 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1963 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 720 kg more than 1963 Isuzu Minx. 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, 1994 Infiniti Q45 (396 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Isuzu Minx. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1994 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Isuzu Minx. 1994 Infiniti Q45 has automatic transmission and 1963 Isuzu Minx has manual transmission. 1963 Isuzu Minx will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Infiniti Q45 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Infiniti Q45 | 1963 Isuzu Minx | |
Make | Infiniti | Isuzu |
Model | Q45 | Minx |
Year Released | 1994 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4493 cc | 1491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 277 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 396 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 40 L |