1994 Infiniti Q45 vs. 1990 Ford Laser
To start off, 1994 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Laser 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 191 more horse power than 1990 Ford Laser. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 745 kg more than 1990 Ford Laser. 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, 1990 Ford Laser, 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 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Laser. (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1994 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Infiniti Q45 | 1990 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Infiniti | Ford |
| Model | Q45 | Laser |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4493 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 396 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2510 mm |
