1993 Infiniti G20 vs. 2009 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2009 Toyota Yaris is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Infiniti G20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Infiniti G20 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Infiniti G20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Infiniti G20 (141 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Yaris. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Infiniti G20 should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 82 kg more than 1993 Infiniti G20.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1993 Infiniti G20 (181 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Yaris. (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1993 Infiniti G20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Infiniti G20 | 2009 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Infiniti | Toyota |
| Model | G20 | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2560 mm |
