2005 Infiniti M vs. 1979 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2005 Infiniti M is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti M (335 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti M weights approximately 975 kg more than 1979 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Infiniti M (461 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Infiniti M | 1979 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Infiniti | Toyota |
| Model | M | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4494 cc | 1450 cc |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2510 mm |
