2005 Infiniti Q45 vs. 1968 Renault 10
To start off, 2005 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Renault 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Renault 10 would be higher. At 4,490 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti Q45 (340 HP) has 297 more horse power than 1968 Renault 10. (43 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 1062 kg more than 1968 Renault 10. 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, 2005 Infiniti Q45 (453 Nm) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault 10. (77 Nm). This means 2005 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault 10.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Infiniti Q45 | 1968 Renault 10 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Renault |
| Model | Q45 | 10 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4490 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 43 HP |
| Torque | 453 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 60 L |
