1984 Toyota Corolla vs. 2012 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2012 Nissan Navara is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Navara weights approximately 1132 kg more than 1984 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Nissan Navara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Navara 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 Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Corolla. (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Toyota Corolla | 2012 Nissan Navara | |
| Make | Toyota | Nissan |
| Model | Corolla | Navara |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.3 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 2032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
