2000 Infiniti Q45 vs. 1969 Volvo 120
To start off, 2000 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Volvo 120 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 184 more horse power than 1969 Volvo 120. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1969 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 730 kg more than 1969 Volvo 120. 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 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Volvo 120. (158 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2000 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Infiniti Q45 | 1969 Volvo 120 | |
Make | Infiniti | Volvo |
Model | Q45 | 120 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4130 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 378 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |