1998 Nissan Crew vs. 1985 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1998 Nissan Crew is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Nissan Crew is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan Crew (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Corolla. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Crew should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Crew weights approximately 330 kg more than 1985 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Nissan Crew 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 1998 Nissan Crew. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1998 Nissan Crew (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Corolla. (102 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1998 Nissan Crew will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Nissan Crew | 1985 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Crew | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2440 mm |
