1968 Datsun 1800 vs. 1995 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1995 Toyota Corolla is newer by 27 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 1 more horse power than 1995 Toyota Corolla. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Datsun 1800 should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 126 kg more than 1968 Datsun 1800.
Because 1968 Datsun 1800 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Datsun 1800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Corolla, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1968 Datsun 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Datsun 1800 | 1995 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Datsun | Toyota |
| Model | 1800 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1816 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2470 mm |
