2010 Infiniti M vs. 1983 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2010 Infiniti M is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 4,493 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti M (325 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corona. (116 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Infiniti M weights approximately 584 kg more than 1983 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Infiniti M is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti M 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, 2010 Infiniti M (456 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corona. (198 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Infiniti M | 1983 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Infiniti | Toyota |
| Model | M | Corona |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4493 cc | 2366 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 456 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1719 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2510 mm |
