1979 Toyota Corsa vs. 2010 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2010 Nissan Xterra is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 1101 kg more than 1979 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Toyota Corsa | 2010 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Toyota | Nissan |
| Model | Corsa | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1450 cc | 4000 cc |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1916 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4539 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1902 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2700 mm |
