1994 Infiniti Q45 vs. 2012 Lincoln MKT
To start off, 2012 Lincoln MKT is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Infiniti Q45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Infiniti Q45 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 9 more horse power than 2012 Lincoln MKT. (268 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 2012 Lincoln MKT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lincoln MKT weights approximately 353 kg more than 1994 Infiniti Q45.
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, 2012 Lincoln MKT, 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 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lincoln MKT. (362 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1994 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lincoln MKT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Infiniti Q45 | 2012 Lincoln MKT | |
| Make | Infiniti | Lincoln |
| Model | Q45 | MKT |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4493 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 396 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2103 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 5273 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2995 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
