2002 Cadillac Le Mans vs. 1989 Infiniti Q45
To start off, 2002 Cadillac Le Mans is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Infiniti Q45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Infiniti Q45 would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac Le Mans (600 HP) has 323 more horse power than 1989 Infiniti Q45. (277 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Le Mans should accelerate faster than 1989 Infiniti Q45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac Le Mans weights approximately 45 kg more than 1989 Infiniti Q45. 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, 2002 Cadillac Le Mans (400 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Infiniti Q45. (396 Nm). This means 2002 Cadillac Le Mans will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Infiniti Q45.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Cadillac Le Mans | 1989 Infiniti Q45 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Infiniti |
| Model | Le Mans | Q45 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 4494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 277 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 396 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2890 mm |
