2002 Infiniti Q45 vs. 1979 Volkswagen 1302
To start off, 2002 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Volkswagen 1302. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Volkswagen 1302 would be higher. At 4,493 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Infiniti Q45 (288 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1979 Volkswagen 1302. (34 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1979 Volkswagen 1302. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1979 Volkswagen 1302. 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 Infiniti Q45 (396 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Volkswagen 1302. (84 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Volkswagen 1302. 2002 Infiniti Q45 has automatic transmission and 1979 Volkswagen 1302 has manual transmission. 1979 Volkswagen 1302 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Infiniti Q45 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Infiniti Q45 | 1979 Volkswagen 1302 | |
Make | Infiniti | Volkswagen |
Model | Q45 | 1302 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4493 cc | 1192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 396 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 64 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2410 mm |