1997 Infiniti QX4 vs. 1978 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1997 Infiniti QX4 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 3,275 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Infiniti QX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Infiniti QX4 (169 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Infiniti QX4 should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Infiniti QX4 weights approximately 1125 kg more than 1978 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Infiniti QX4 (271 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Infiniti QX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Infiniti QX4 | 1978 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Infiniti | Toyota |
| Model | QX4 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3275 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
