2002 Infiniti FX vs. 1984 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2002 Infiniti FX is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Infiniti FX (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Camry. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Infiniti FX weights approximately 756 kg more than 1984 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Infiniti FX 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 2002 Infiniti FX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Camry, 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, 2002 Infiniti FX (366 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Camry. (143 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Infiniti FX | 1984 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Infiniti | Toyota |
| Model | FX | Camry |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2610 mm |
