2003 Nissan Maxima vs. 1968 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2003 Nissan Maxima is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Maxima (261 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Corona. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 570 kg more than 1968 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Toyota Corona 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 1968 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Maxima, 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, 2003 Nissan Maxima (346 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Corona. (148 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Nissan Maxima | 1968 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Maxima | Corona |
Year Released | 2003 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1857 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 985 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2590 mm |