2001 Infiniti Q45 vs. 1990 Nissan Vanette
To start off, 2001 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Nissan Vanette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Nissan Vanette would be higher. At 4,129 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Infiniti Q45 (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1990 Nissan Vanette. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1990 Nissan Vanette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1990 Nissan Vanette. 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, 2001 Infiniti Q45 (378 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Nissan Vanette. (148 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Nissan Vanette. 2001 Infiniti Q45 has automatic transmission and 1990 Nissan Vanette has manual transmission. 1990 Nissan Vanette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Infiniti Q45 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Infiniti Q45 | 1990 Nissan Vanette | |
Make | Infiniti | Nissan |
Model | Q45 | Vanette |
Year Released | 2001 | 1990 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 1950 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 378 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2080 mm |