1980 Toyota Corolla vs. 2012 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2012 Nissan Cube is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Cube is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Cube (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corolla. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Cube should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Cube weights approximately 404 kg more than 1980 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Toyota Corolla 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 1980 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Cube, 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, 2012 Nissan Cube (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corolla. (105 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Cube will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Toyota Corolla | 2012 Nissan Cube | |
| Make | Toyota | Nissan |
| Model | Corolla | Cube |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1289 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2530 mm |
