2008 Infiniti FX vs. 1986 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 Infiniti FX is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Infiniti FX (297 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Corolla. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Infiniti FX weights approximately 390 kg more than 1986 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Infiniti FX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Infiniti FX (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Corolla. (103 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Infiniti FX | 1986 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Infiniti | Toyota |
| Model | FX | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2410 mm |
