1971 Toyota Corolla vs. 2010 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2010 Dodge Nitro is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Nitro (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Corolla. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 1052 kg more than 1971 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, 2010 Dodge Nitro (359 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Corolla. (95 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Toyota Corolla | 2010 Dodge Nitro | |
| Make | Toyota | Dodge |
| Model | Corolla | Nitro |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1832 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4544 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1775 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2764 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 74 L |
