2000 Infiniti Q45 vs. 1971 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 2000 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Skyline 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 176 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Skyline. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 670 kg more than 1971 Nissan Skyline. 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 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Skyline. (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Infiniti Q45 | 1971 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Infiniti | Nissan |
| Model | Q45 | Skyline |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4130 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 378 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2650 mm |
