1984 Toyota Corolla vs. 2010 Infiniti QX56
To start off, 2010 Infiniti QX56 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti QX56 (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Corolla. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Infiniti QX56 weights approximately 1652 kg more than 1984 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Infiniti QX56 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Infiniti QX56. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Corolla, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 QX56 (532 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Corolla. (102 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Toyota Corolla | 2010 Infiniti QX56 | |
| Make | Toyota | Infiniti |
| Model | Corolla | QX56 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 532 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 2588 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5255 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2002 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1976 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3129 mm |
