1968 Datsun 1800 vs. 1988 Toyota Model F
To start off, 1988 Toyota Model F is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Datsun 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Datsun 1800 would be higher. At 1,816 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Datsun 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Datsun 1800 (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Model F. (76 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Datsun 1800 should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Model F weights approximately 334 kg more than 1968 Datsun 1800.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1968 Datsun 1800 (156 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1968 Datsun 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Model F. 1988 Toyota Model F has automatic transmission and 1968 Datsun 1800 has manual transmission. 1968 Datsun 1800 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Toyota Model F will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Datsun 1800 | 1988 Toyota Model F | |
| Make | Datsun | Toyota |
| Model | 1800 | Model F |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1816 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2240 mm |
