1992 Infiniti G20 vs. 2012 Toyota Tundra

To start off, 2012 Toyota Tundra is newer by 20 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. At 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Tundra (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1992 Infiniti G20. (141 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1992 Infiniti G20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 85 kg more than 1992 Infiniti G20. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2012 Toyota Tundra 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, 2012 Toyota Tundra 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, 2012 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Infiniti G20. (181 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Infiniti G20.

Compare all specifications:

1992 Infiniti G20 2012 Toyota Tundra
Make Infiniti Toyota
Model G20 Tundra
Year Released 1992 2012
Body Type Sedan Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 5663 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 141 HP 381 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 181 Nm 544 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1245 kg 1330 kg
Vehicle Length 4450 mm 5820 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 2040 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1940 mm
Wheelbase Size 2560 mm 3710 mm


 

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