1997 Infiniti Q45 vs. 1968 Mazda 1000
To start off, 1997 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda 1000 would be higher. At 4,130 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Infiniti Q45 (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1968 Mazda 1000. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 1024 kg more than 1968 Mazda 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1997 Infiniti Q45 (378 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda 1000. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda 1000. 1997 Infiniti Q45 has automatic transmission and 1968 Mazda 1000 has manual transmission. 1968 Mazda 1000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Infiniti Q45 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Infiniti Q45 | 1968 Mazda 1000 | |
Make | Infiniti | Mazda |
Model | Q45 | 1000 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4130 cc | 1168 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 378 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1759 kg | 735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |