1998 Infiniti QX4 vs. 1970 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1998 Infiniti QX4 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Infiniti QX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Infiniti QX4 (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Corona. (76 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Infiniti QX4 should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Infiniti QX4 weights approximately 1055 kg more than 1970 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Infiniti QX4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Infiniti QX4 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, 1998 Infiniti QX4 (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Corona. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Infiniti QX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Infiniti QX4 | 1970 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Infiniti | Toyota |
| Model | QX4 | Corona |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2440 mm |
