2006 Infiniti M vs. 1990 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Infiniti M is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Infiniti M (335 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Corolla.
Because 2006 Infiniti M is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti M 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 M (461 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Corolla. (100 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Corolla. 2006 Infiniti M has automatic transmission and 1990 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 1990 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Infiniti M | 1990 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Infiniti | Toyota |
| Model | M | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4494 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 140 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 140 mm | 1430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
