1973 Toyota Corona vs. 2013 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2013 Nissan Cube is newer by 40 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, 2013 Nissan Cube (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corona. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Cube should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Cube weights approximately 162 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, 2013 Nissan Cube, 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, 2013 Nissan Cube (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corona. (144 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Cube will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Toyota Corona | 2013 Nissan Cube | |
| Make | Toyota | Nissan |
| Model | Corona | Cube |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1272 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2530 mm |
