1987 Toyota Corolla vs. 2010 Infiniti FX

To start off, 2010 Infiniti FX is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti FX (235 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Corolla.

Because 2010 Infiniti FX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Infiniti FX (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (136 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Corolla. 2010 Infiniti FX has automatic transmission and 1987 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 1987 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1987 Toyota Corolla 2010 Infiniti FX
Make Toyota Infiniti
Model Corolla FX
Year Released 1987 2010
Body Type Station Wagon Crossover
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1587 cc 2993 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 94 HP 235 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 3750 RPM
Torque 136 Nm 550 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 1750 RPM
Top Speed 162 km/hour 212 km/hour
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type Manual 7-speed shiftable automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4220 mm 4865 mm
Vehicle Width 1660 mm 1925 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1680 mm
Wheelbase Size 2440 mm 2885 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 90 L


 

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