2006 Infiniti FX vs. 1979 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2006 Infiniti FX is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 4,490 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Infiniti FX (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corona. (68 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Infiniti FX weights approximately 905 kg more than 1979 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Infiniti FX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti FX 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, 2006 Infiniti FX (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corona. (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Infiniti FX | 1979 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Infiniti | Toyota |
| Model | FX | Corona |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4490 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2530 mm |
