2009 Infiniti EX vs. 1962 Toyota Corona

To start off, 2009 Infiniti EX is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti EX (293 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1962 Toyota Corona. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 1962 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti EX weights approximately 779 kg more than 1962 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 Infiniti EX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti EX 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, 2009 Infiniti EX (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Toyota Corona. (68 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Toyota Corona. 2009 Infiniti EX has automatic transmission and 1962 Toyota Corona has manual transmission. 1962 Toyota Corona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Infiniti EX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2009 Infiniti EX 1962 Toyota Corona
Make Infiniti Toyota
Model EX Corona
Year Released 2009 1962
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3498 cc 997 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 293 HP 38 HP
Engine RPM 6800 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 343 Nm 68 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 3200 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.3:1 22.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1719 kg 940 kg
Vehicle Length 4640 mm 4000 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 1500 mm
Vehicle Height 1600 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2810 mm 2410 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 82 L 75 L