2006 Infiniti FX vs. 1987 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Infiniti FX is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Corolla 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 246 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Infiniti FX weights approximately 953 kg more than 1987 Toyota Corolla. 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 1987 Toyota Corolla. 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 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (101 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Infiniti FX | 1987 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Infiniti | Toyota |
| Model | FX | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4490 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 75 L |
