1989 Toyota Camry vs. 2010 Infiniti QX56
To start off, 2010 Infiniti QX56 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Camry 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 231 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Camry. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Infiniti QX56 weights approximately 1338 kg more than 1989 Toyota Camry. 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, 1989 Toyota Camry, 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 390 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Camry. (142 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Toyota Camry | 2010 Infiniti QX56 | |
| Make | Toyota | Infiniti |
| Model | Camry | QX56 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1770 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 532 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 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 | 1250 kg | 2588 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5255 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2002 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1976 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3129 mm |
