2008 Infiniti QX56 vs. 1973 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 Infiniti QX56 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 5,550 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Infiniti QX56 (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Infiniti QX56 weights approximately 465 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Infiniti QX56 (533 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2008 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Infiniti QX56 | 1973 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Infiniti | Toyota |
| Model | QX56 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5550 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 533 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2340 mm |
