2005 Infiniti Q45 vs. 1984 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 2005 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Nissan Silvia 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 207 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Silvia. (133 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 642 kg more than 1984 Nissan Silvia. 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 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Silvia. (179 Nm). This means 2005 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Silvia. 2005 Infiniti Q45 has automatic transmission and 1984 Nissan Silvia has manual transmission. 1984 Nissan Silvia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Infiniti Q45 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Infiniti Q45 | 1984 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | Infiniti | Nissan |
| Model | Q45 | Silvia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4490 cc | 1808 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 133 HP |
| Torque | 453 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2440 mm |
