1974 Toyota Corona vs. 2012 Nissan Rogue
To start off, 2012 Nissan Rogue is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Rogue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Rogue (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Corona. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Rogue should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Rogue weights approximately 510 kg more than 1974 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 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 1974 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Rogue, 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 Rogue (237 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Corona. (133 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Rogue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Toyota Corona | 2012 Nissan Rogue | |
| Make | Toyota | Nissan |
| Model | Corona | Rogue |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4656 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2690 mm |
