1972 Triumph Toledo vs. 2012 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2012 Nissan GT-R is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Triumph Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Triumph Toledo would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan GT-R (530 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 473 more horse power than 1972 Triumph Toledo. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 1972 Triumph Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 852 kg more than 1972 Triumph Toledo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Nissan GT-R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Triumph Toledo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan GT-R 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, 2012 Nissan GT-R (607 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 511 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Triumph Toledo. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Triumph Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Triumph Toledo | 2012 Nissan GT-R | |
| Make | Triumph | Nissan |
| Model | Toledo | GT-R |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 530 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 607 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4671 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2779 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 74 L |
