2003 Nissan Maxima vs. 1970 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2003 Nissan Maxima is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corolla 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 194 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 785 kg more than 1970 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Toyota Corolla 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 1970 Toyota Corolla. 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 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Corolla. 2003 Nissan Maxima has automatic transmission and 1970 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 1970 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Nissan Maxima will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Nissan Maxima | 1970 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Maxima | Corolla |
Year Released | 2003 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2340 mm |