1977 Toyota Corolla vs. 2012 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2012 Infiniti FX is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti FX (316 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Corolla. (57 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Corolla.
Because 2012 Infiniti FX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti FX 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, 2012 Infiniti FX (360 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Corolla. (95 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Toyota Corolla | 2012 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Toyota | Infiniti |
| Model | Corolla | FX |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2885 mm |
