1975 Toyota Corolla vs. 1981 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1981 Nissan Stanza is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,809 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Stanza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Nissan Stanza (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Stanza should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 90 kg more than 1981 Nissan Stanza.
Because 1975 Toyota Corolla 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 1975 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Stanza, 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, 1981 Nissan Stanza (142 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (112 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1981 Nissan Stanza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Toyota Corolla | 1981 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Toyota | Nissan |
| Model | Corolla | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2480 mm |
