1994 Infiniti Q45 vs. 1986 Volvo 245
To start off, 1994 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Volvo 245. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Volvo 245 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 181 more horse power than 1986 Volvo 245. (96 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1986 Volvo 245.
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 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Volvo 245. (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Volvo 245. 1994 Infiniti Q45 has automatic transmission and 1986 Volvo 245 has manual transmission. 1986 Volvo 245 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 | 1986 Volvo 245 | |
Make | Infiniti | Volvo |
Model | Q45 | 245 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4493 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 277 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 396 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2660 mm |