1973 Toyota Corona vs. 2013 Nissan Z
To start off, 2013 Nissan Z 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Z (327 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corona. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Z should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Z weights approximately 354 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.
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, 2013 Nissan Z (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corona. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Z 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 Z | |
Make | Toyota | Nissan |
Model | Corona | Z |
Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 327 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.5 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1506 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4405 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1845 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1315 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2550 mm |