2003 Infiniti Q45 vs. 1968 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 2003 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Infiniti Q45 (340 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1968 Volvo P 1800. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1968 Volvo P 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 714 kg more than 1968 Volvo P 1800. 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, 2003 Infiniti Q45 (451 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volvo P 1800. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Infiniti Q45 | 1968 Volvo P 1800 | |
Make | Infiniti | Volvo |
Model | Q45 | P 1800 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4494 cc | 1778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 103 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2460 mm |