1980 Toyota Corona vs. 2013 Nissan ALTIMA
To start off, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan ALTIMA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA (266 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corona. (97 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan ALTIMA weights approximately 360 kg more than 1980 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 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 1980 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA, 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, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corona. (175 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan ALTIMA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Toyota Corona | 2013 Nissan ALTIMA | |
| Make | Toyota | Nissan |
| Model | Corona | ALTIMA |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2366 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4864 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1829 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2776 mm |
