2004 Infiniti FX vs. 1989 Infiniti Q45
To start off, 2004 Infiniti FX 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, 2004 Infiniti FX (280 HP) has 3 more horse power than 1989 Infiniti Q45. (277 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1989 Infiniti Q45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Infiniti FX weights approximately 90 kg more than 1989 Infiniti Q45. 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, 1989 Infiniti Q45 (396 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Infiniti FX. (366 Nm). This means 1989 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Infiniti FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Infiniti FX | 1989 Infiniti Q45 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Infiniti |
| Model | FX | Q45 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 4494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 277 HP |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 396 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 72 L |
