1978 Toyota Corona vs. 2012 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2012 Nissan GT-R is newer by 34 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan GT-R (530 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 462 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corona. (68 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 687 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 2012 Nissan GT-R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan GT-R will offer significantly more control. 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 GT-R (607 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 489 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corona. (118 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corona. 2012 Nissan GT-R 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. 2012 Nissan GT-R will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Toyota Corona | 2012 Nissan GT-R | |
| Make | Toyota | Nissan |
| Model | Corona | GT-R |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 530 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 607 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4671 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2779 mm |
