1983 Toyota Corolla vs. 2013 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2013 Infiniti EX is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti EX (321 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corolla. (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti EX weights approximately 825 kg more than 1983 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Infiniti EX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Infiniti EX (362 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corolla. (143 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corolla. 2013 Infiniti EX has automatic transmission and 1983 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 1983 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Infiniti EX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Toyota Corolla | 2013 Infiniti EX | |
| Make | Toyota | Infiniti |
| Model | Corolla | EX |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4631 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1589 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2850 mm |
