1999 Infiniti QX4 vs. 1976 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1999 Infiniti QX4 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Infiniti QX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Infiniti QX4 (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Corona. (84 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Infiniti QX4 should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Infiniti QX4 weights approximately 962 kg more than 1976 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Infiniti QX4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Infiniti QX4 (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Corona. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Infiniti QX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Infiniti QX4 | 1976 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Infiniti | Toyota |
| Model | QX4 | Corona |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1962 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
