2004 Nissan 350Z vs. 1968 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2004 Nissan 350Z is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan 350Z (287 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Corolla. (59 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 763 kg more than 1968 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Nissan 350Z (373 Nm) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Corolla. (77 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan 350Z | 1968 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | 350Z | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1077 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 287 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 61 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1463 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 61 L |
