2000 Infiniti Q45 vs. 1973 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2000 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Cedric 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 147 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Cedric. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1973 Nissan Cedric. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Infiniti Q45 (378 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cedric. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Infiniti Q45 | 1973 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Infiniti | Nissan |
| Model | Q45 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4130 cc | 2565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 378 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2700 mm |
