2000 Infiniti Q45 vs. 1994 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2000 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Pontiac Firebird 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) has 105 more horse power than 1994 Pontiac Firebird. (160 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1994 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1994 Pontiac Firebird. 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. 2000 Infiniti Q45 has automatic transmission and 1994 Pontiac Firebird has manual transmission. 1994 Pontiac Firebird 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 | 1994 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Infiniti | Pontiac |
| Model | Q45 | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4130 cc | 3353 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 160 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 59 L |
