2000 Infiniti Q45 vs. 1968 Mazda 1000
To start off, 2000 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 32 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), 2000 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Infiniti Q45 (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1968 Mazda 1000. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 1050 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, 2000 Infiniti Q45 (378 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda 1000. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda 1000. 2000 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. 2000 Infiniti Q45 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Infiniti Q45 | 1968 Mazda 1000 | |
Make | Infiniti | Mazda |
Model | Q45 | 1000 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4130 cc | 987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 378 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 710 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 |