1973 Toyota Corona vs. 2012 Nissan Grand Livina
To start off, 2012 Nissan Grand Livina is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Grand Livina (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corona. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Grand Livina should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Grand Livina weights approximately 222 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Toyota Corona 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 1973 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Grand Livina, 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, 2012 Nissan Grand Livina (153 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corona. (144 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Grand Livina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Toyota Corona | 2012 Nissan Grand Livina | |
Make | Toyota | Nissan |
Model | Corona | Grand Livina |
Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.5 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 83.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1332 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |