2005 Infiniti G35 vs. 1982 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Infiniti G35 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti G35 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti G35 (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Corolla. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti G35 should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti G35 weights approximately 665 kg more than 1982 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Infiniti G35 (202 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Corolla. (105 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Infiniti G35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Corolla. 2005 Infiniti G35 has automatic transmission and 1982 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 1982 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Infiniti G35 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Infiniti G35 | 1982 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Infiniti | Toyota |
Model | G35 | Corolla |
Year Released | 2005 | 1982 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1288 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 202 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2410 mm |