1999 Nissan Serena vs. 1979 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1999 Nissan Serena is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Nissan Serena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan Serena (172 HP) has 119 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Serena should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan Serena weights approximately 780 kg more than 1979 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Nissan Serena is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Serena 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, 1999 Nissan Serena (403 Nm) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (85 Nm). This means 1999 Nissan Serena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corolla. 1999 Nissan Serena has automatic transmission and 1979 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 1979 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Nissan Serena will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Nissan Serena | 1979 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Serena | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1330 mm |
