1972 Nissan Skyline vs. 2009 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Toyota Corolla is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Corolla (122 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Skyline. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 704 kg more than 1972 Nissan Skyline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Nissan Skyline 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 1972 Nissan Skyline. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Toyota Corolla (157 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Skyline. (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan Skyline | 2009 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Skyline | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |
