2005 Infiniti Q45 vs. 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist
To start off, 2005 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist 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 283 more horse power than 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (57 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 887 kg more than 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 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 2005 Infiniti Q45. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist, 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, 2005 Infiniti Q45 (453 Nm) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (96 Nm). This means 2005 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Infiniti Q45 | 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist | |
Make | Infiniti | Wartburg |
Model | Q45 | 1.3 l Tourist |
Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4490 cc | 1272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 57 HP |
Torque | 453 Nm | 96 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2460 mm |