2005 Infiniti Q45 vs. 1989 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2005 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lotus Esprit 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 76 more horse power than 1989 Lotus Esprit. (264 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1989 Lotus Esprit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 508 kg more than 1989 Lotus Esprit. 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 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lotus Esprit. (353 Nm). This means 2005 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lotus Esprit. 2005 Infiniti Q45 has automatic transmission and 1989 Lotus Esprit has manual transmission. 1989 Lotus Esprit 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 | 1989 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Infiniti | Lotus |
| Model | Q45 | Esprit |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4490 cc | 2172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 264 HP |
| Torque | 453 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 31 L |
