1995 Toyota Corolla vs. 2009 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2009 Dodge Nitro is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,768 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Nitro (175 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1995 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 870 kg more than 1995 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Dodge Nitro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Nitro 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, 2009 Dodge Nitro (460 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota Corolla. (111 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota Corolla. 2009 Dodge Nitro has automatic transmission and 1995 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 1995 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Nitro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Toyota Corolla | 2009 Dodge Nitro | |
| Make | Toyota | Dodge |
| Model | Corolla | Nitro |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1332 cc | 2768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2770 mm |
