1997 Nissan Trailrunner vs. 1979 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1997 Nissan Trailrunner is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Nissan Trailrunner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan Trailrunner (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corona. (68 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Trailrunner should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Trailrunner weights approximately 230 kg more than 1979 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Nissan Trailrunner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Trailrunner 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, 1997 Nissan Trailrunner (200 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corona. (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Nissan Trailrunner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Nissan Trailrunner | 1979 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Trailrunner | Corona |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2530 mm |
