1968 Toyota 1000 vs. 2011 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2011 Nissan Sentra is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota 1000 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Sentra (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1968 Toyota 1000. (46 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 642 kg more than 1968 Toyota 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Toyota 1000 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 Toyota 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Sentra, 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, 2011 Nissan Sentra (233 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota 1000. (65 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Toyota 1000 | 2011 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Toyota | Nissan |
| Model | 1000 | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 991 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 46 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1382 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4575 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1511 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 55 L |
