2009 Infiniti QX56 vs. 1970 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Infiniti QX56 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti QX56 (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti QX56 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1970 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Infiniti QX56 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti QX56 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 QX56 (533 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (134 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Corolla. 2009 Infiniti QX56 has automatic transmission and 1970 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 1970 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Infiniti QX56 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Infiniti QX56 | 1970 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Infiniti | Toyota |
Model | QX56 | Corolla |
Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5552 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 533 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2340 mm |