2000 Infiniti Q45 vs. 1993 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2000 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 4,130 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Infiniti Q45 (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Corolla. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 740 kg more than 1993 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Infiniti Q45 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Infiniti Q45. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Corolla, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Infiniti Q45 (378 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Corolla. (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Infiniti Q45 | 1993 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Infiniti | Toyota |
| Model | Q45 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4130 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 378 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 80.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2440 mm |
