1997 Infiniti Q45 vs. 1981 Honda Ballade
To start off, 1997 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Honda Ballade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Honda Ballade 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) has 198 more horse power than 1981 Honda Ballade. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 974 kg more than 1981 Honda Ballade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 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 1997 Infiniti Q45. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Honda Ballade, 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, 1997 Infiniti Q45 (378 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Ballade. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Infiniti Q45 | 1981 Honda Ballade | |
Make | Infiniti | Honda |
Model | Q45 | Ballade |
Year Released | 1997 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4130 cc | 1334 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 378 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1759 kg | 785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2330 mm |