1994 Infiniti Q45 vs. 1968 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1994 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Cosmo 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) has 183 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Cosmo. (94 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 810 kg more than 1968 Mazda Cosmo. 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 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Cosmo. (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Cosmo. 1994 Infiniti Q45 has automatic transmission and 1968 Mazda Cosmo has manual transmission. 1968 Mazda Cosmo 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 | 1968 Mazda Cosmo | |
Make | Infiniti | Mazda |
Model | Q45 | Cosmo |
Year Released | 1994 | 1968 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4493 cc | 1964 cc |
Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 277 HP | 94 HP |
Torque | 396 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 246 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 57 L |