1975 Toyota Corona vs. 1973 Datsun 240Z
To start off, 1975 Toyota Corona is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Datsun 240Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Datsun 240Z would be higher. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Datsun 240Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Datsun 240Z (151 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corona. (84 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Datsun 240Z should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Datsun 240Z weights approximately 68 kg more than 1975 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, 1973 Datsun 240Z (198 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corona. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1973 Datsun 240Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corona. 1973 Datsun 240Z has automatic transmission and 1975 Toyota Corona has manual transmission. 1975 Toyota Corona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Datsun 240Z will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Toyota Corona | 1973 Datsun 240Z | |
| Make | Toyota | Datsun |
| Model | Corona | 240Z |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 151 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1068 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2300 mm |
