2009 Infiniti G37 vs. 1989 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2009 Infiniti G37 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti G37 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti G37 (329 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Celica. (201 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Celica weights approximately 200 kg more than 2009 Infiniti G37.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 G37 (365 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Celica. (275 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti G37 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Celica. 2009 Infiniti G37 has automatic transmission and 1989 Toyota Celica has manual transmission. 1989 Toyota Celica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Infiniti G37 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Infiniti G37 | 1989 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Infiniti | Toyota |
| Model | G37 | Celica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3696 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 329 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 50 L |
