1999 Infiniti Q45 vs. 1986 Renault Super 5
To start off, 1999 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Renault Super 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Renault Super 5 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 224 more horse power than 1986 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 1064 kg more than 1986 Renault Super 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Infiniti Q45 (378 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Infiniti Q45 | 1986 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Renault |
| Model | Q45 | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4128 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 378 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1759 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2410 mm |
