2006 Infiniti Q45 vs. 1980 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2006 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 4,490 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Infiniti Q45 (340 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1980 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (120 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1980 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 166 kg more than 2006 Infiniti Q45.
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, 2006 Infiniti Q45 (452 Nm) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (305 Nm). This means 2006 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Infiniti Q45 | 1980 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Infiniti | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Q45 | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4490 cc | 4343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 452 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1486 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2750 mm |
