1997 Toyota Corolla vs. 2011 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2011 Nissan NP300 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan NP300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan NP300 (112 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (85 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan NP300 should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan NP300 weights approximately 480 kg more than 1997 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Nissan NP300 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 2011 Nissan NP300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Corolla, 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, 2011 Nissan NP300 (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (121 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan NP300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Toyota Corolla | 2011 Nissan NP300 | |
| Make | Toyota | Nissan |
| Model | Corolla | NP300 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1332 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |
