2009 Infiniti EX vs. 1980 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2009 Infiniti EX is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti EX (317 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti EX weights approximately 537 kg more than 1980 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Infiniti EX (360 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Infiniti EX | 1980 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Infiniti | Toyota |
| Model | EX | Celica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3696 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1719 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2640 mm |
