1999 Infiniti Q45 vs. 1988 Holden Camira
To start off, 1999 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Holden Camira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Holden Camira 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 150 more horse power than 1988 Holden Camira. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1988 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 709 kg more than 1988 Holden Camira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 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 1999 Infiniti Q45. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Holden Camira, 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, 1999 Infiniti Q45 (378 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Holden Camira. (176 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Holden Camira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Infiniti Q45 | 1988 Holden Camira | |
| Make | Infiniti | Holden |
| Model | Q45 | Camira |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4128 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 378 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1759 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2580 mm |
