1994 Infiniti Q45 vs. 1980 Mazda 929
To start off, 1994 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mazda 929 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 194 more horse power than 1980 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1980 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 680 kg more than 1980 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Infiniti Q45 (396 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mazda 929. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Infiniti Q45 | 1980 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Mazda |
| Model | Q45 | 929 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4493 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 396 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |
