2006 Infiniti FX vs. 1986 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2006 Infiniti FX is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Celica 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 205 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Celica. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Infiniti FX weights approximately 785 kg more than 1986 Toyota Celica. 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 1986 Toyota Celica. 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 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Celica. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Infiniti FX | 1986 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Infiniti | Toyota |
| Model | FX | Celica |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4490 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2620 mm |
