2004 Honda Civic vs. 1989 Infiniti Q45
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 15 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, 1989 Infiniti Q45 (277 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (104 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 524 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Infiniti Q45 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1989 Infiniti Q45. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1989 Infiniti Q45 (396 Nm) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (133 Nm). This means 1989 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Civic | 1989 Infiniti Q45 | |
| Make | Honda | Infiniti |
| Model | Civic | Q45 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 4494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 396 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1226 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 72 L |
