2004 Infiniti Q45 vs. 1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2004 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 4,490 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Infiniti Q45 (340 HP) has 217 more horse power than 1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (123 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 49 kg more than 1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. 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, 2004 Infiniti Q45 (452 Nm) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (278 Nm). This means 2004 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Infiniti Q45 | 1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
Make | Infiniti | Oldsmobile |
Model | Q45 | Ninety-Eight |
Year Released | 2004 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4490 cc | 4127 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 123 HP |
Torque | 452 Nm | 278 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 1755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 5610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3030 mm |