2009 Infiniti QX56 vs. 1989 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2009 Infiniti QX56 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Carina 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 226 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Carina. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti QX56 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1989 Toyota Carina. 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 1989 Toyota Carina. 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 398 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Infiniti QX56 | 1989 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Infiniti | Toyota |
Model | QX56 | Carina |
Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5552 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 533 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2530 mm |