2007 Infiniti M vs. 1989 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Infiniti M is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Infiniti M (275 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Corolla. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Corolla.
Because 2007 Infiniti M is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Infiniti M. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Corolla, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Infiniti M (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Corolla. (136 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Corolla. 2007 Infiniti M has automatic transmission and 1989 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 1989 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Infiniti M | 1989 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Infiniti | Toyota |
| Model | M | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2440 mm |
