2009 Dodge Ram vs. 1990 Infiniti Q45
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Infiniti Q45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Infiniti Q45 would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Ram (310 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1990 Infiniti Q45. (277 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1990 Infiniti Q45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Ram weights approximately 787 kg more than 1990 Infiniti Q45. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Infiniti Q45. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Dodge Ram (448 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Infiniti Q45. (396 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Infiniti Q45.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Ram | 1990 Infiniti Q45 | |
Make | Dodge | Infiniti |
Model | Ram | Q45 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 4493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 277 HP |
Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 448 Nm | 396 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5820 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 72 L |