2003 Infiniti Q45 vs. 1971 Mazda 1000
To start off, 2003 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda 1000 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 291 more horse power than 1971 Mazda 1000. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 1094 kg more than 1971 Mazda 1000. 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 374 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda 1000. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda 1000. 2003 Infiniti Q45 has automatic transmission and 1971 Mazda 1000 has manual transmission. 1971 Mazda 1000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Infiniti Q45 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Infiniti Q45 | 1971 Mazda 1000 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Mazda |
| Model | Q45 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4494 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2270 mm |
