1973 Toyota Carina vs. 2010 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2010 Infiniti EX is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Infiniti EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti EX (317 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Carina. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Infiniti EX weights approximately 769 kg more than 1973 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Infiniti EX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Toyota Carina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti EX 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, 2010 Infiniti EX (360 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Toyota Carina | 2010 Infiniti EX | |
Make | Toyota | Infiniti |
Model | Carina | EX |
Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1589 cc | 3696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1719 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2810 mm |