2003 Infiniti Q45 vs. 1978 Volvo 264
To start off, 2003 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Volvo 264. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Volvo 264 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 191 more horse power than 1978 Volvo 264. (149 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1978 Volvo 264. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 384 kg more than 1978 Volvo 264. 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 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volvo 264. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volvo 264. 2003 Infiniti Q45 has automatic transmission and 1978 Volvo 264 has manual transmission. 1978 Volvo 264 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 | 1978 Volvo 264 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Volvo |
| Model | Q45 | 264 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4494 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 60 L |
