1978 Toyota Corona vs. 1995 Nissan Pulsar
To start off, 1995 Nissan Pulsar is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Nissan Pulsar (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corona. (90 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Pulsar should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan Pulsar weights approximately 10 kg more than 1978 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 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 1978 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Pulsar, 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, 1995 Nissan Pulsar (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corona. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 Nissan Pulsar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corona. 1995 Nissan Pulsar has automatic transmission and 1978 Toyota Corona has manual transmission. 1978 Toyota Corona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Nissan Pulsar will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Toyota Corona | 1995 Nissan Pulsar | |
Make | Toyota | Nissan |
Model | Corona | Pulsar |
Year Released | 1978 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2440 mm |