1996 Toyota Celica vs. 2012 Infiniti M
To start off, 2012 Infiniti M is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti M (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Celica. (173 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti M weights approximately 737 kg more than 1996 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Infiniti M is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Toyota Celica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti M 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 Infiniti M (565 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Celica. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Celica. 2012 Infiniti M has automatic transmission and 1996 Toyota Celica has manual transmission. 1996 Toyota Celica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Toyota Celica | 2012 Infiniti M | |
Make | Toyota | Infiniti |
Model | Celica | M |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1986 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1917 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4945 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1514 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2901 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 76 L |