1994 Infiniti Q45 vs. 1989 Lada Samara
To start off, 1994 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lada Samara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lada Samara 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 213 more horse power than 1989 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1989 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 830 kg more than 1989 Lada Samara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 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 1994 Infiniti Q45. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Lada Samara, 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, 1994 Infiniti Q45 (396 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lada Samara. 1994 Infiniti Q45 has automatic transmission and 1989 Lada Samara has manual transmission. 1989 Lada Samara 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 | 1989 Lada Samara | |
| Make | Infiniti | Lada |
| Model | Q45 | Samara |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4493 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 396 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2470 mm |
