1995 Nissan Pulsar vs. 1972 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1995 Nissan Pulsar is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,253 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Nissan Pulsar (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Corona. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Pulsar should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Toyota Corona weights approximately 110 kg more than 1995 Nissan Pulsar.
Because 1972 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 1972 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Pulsar, 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, 1972 Toyota Corona (166 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Pulsar. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Pulsar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Nissan Pulsar | 1972 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Pulsar | Corona |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2253 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2590 mm |
