1970 Toyota Corona vs. 2010 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2010 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Corona. (76 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 1202 kg more than 1970 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Pathfinder 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 Nissan Pathfinder (390 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Corona. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Toyota Corona | 2010 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Toyota | Nissan |
| Model | Corona | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 2107 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4884 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1844 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2850 mm |
