1992 Infiniti G20 vs. 1998 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 1998 Toyota Caldina is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Infiniti G20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Infiniti G20 would be higher. Both 1992 Infiniti G20 and 1998 Toyota Caldina are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Infiniti G20 (141 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Caldina. (133 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Infiniti G20 should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Caldina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Caldina weights approximately 117 kg more than 1992 Infiniti G20.
Because 1998 Toyota Caldina is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Infiniti G20. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina 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, both vehicles can yield 181 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Infiniti G20 | 1998 Toyota Caldina | |
| Make | Infiniti | Toyota |
| Model | G20 | Caldina |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1362 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2590 mm |
