2000 Infiniti Q45 vs. 1982 Volvo 240
To start off, 2000 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Volvo 240 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 159 more horse power than 1982 Volvo 240. (106 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1982 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 470 kg more than 1982 Volvo 240. 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 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Volvo 240. (167 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Volvo 240. 2000 Infiniti Q45 has automatic transmission and 1982 Volvo 240 has manual transmission. 1982 Volvo 240 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 | 1982 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Volvo |
| Model | Q45 | 240 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1982 |
| 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 | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 378 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2660 mm |
