1979 Toyota Celica vs. 2013 Infiniti JX
To start off, 2013 Infiniti JX is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 3,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti JX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti JX (261 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti JX should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti JX weights approximately 829 kg more than 1979 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Infiniti JX (336 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti JX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Toyota Celica | 2013 Infiniti JX | |
| Make | Toyota | Infiniti |
| Model | Celica | JX |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2563 cc | 3500 cc |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Natural Gas (CNG) |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 2009 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4989 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1722 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2901 mm |
