1970 Toyota Corolla vs. 1973 Datsun 240Z
To start off, 1973 Datsun 240Z is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Datsun 240Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Datsun 240Z (151 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (77 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Datsun 240Z should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Datsun 240Z weights approximately 294 kg more than 1970 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1973 Datsun 240Z (198 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1973 Datsun 240Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Toyota Corolla | 1973 Datsun 240Z | |
| Make | Toyota | Datsun |
| Model | Corolla | 240Z |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 77 HP | 151 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 774 kg | 1068 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2300 mm |
