2009 Infiniti FX vs. 1983 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Infiniti FX is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 5,019 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti FX (390 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 326 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corolla. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corolla.
Because 2009 Infiniti FX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Infiniti FX (501 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corolla. (102 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Infiniti FX | 1983 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Infiniti | Toyota |
| Model | FX | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5019 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 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 Length | 4870 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2410 mm |
