1977 Nissan Skyline vs. 1957 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1977 Nissan Skyline is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Nissan Skyline (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1957 Toyota Corona. (29 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1957 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 300 kg more than 1957 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, 1977 Nissan Skyline (179 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Toyota Corona. (64 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1977 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Nissan Skyline | 1957 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Skyline | Corona |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2410 mm |
