1999 Infiniti Q45 vs. 1982 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1999 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 4,128 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Infiniti Q45 (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1982 Holden Commodore. (78 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1982 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 599 kg more than 1982 Holden Commodore. 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, 1999 Infiniti Q45 (378 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Holden Commodore. (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Infiniti Q45 | 1982 Holden Commodore | |
Make | Infiniti | Holden |
Model | Q45 | Commodore |
Year Released | 1999 | 1982 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4128 cc | 1892 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 78 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 378 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1759 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2670 mm |