2004 Nissan Frontier vs. 1969 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2004 Nissan Frontier is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 3,278 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Frontier (181 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Corona. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 709 kg more than 1969 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Frontier (274 Nm) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Corona. (115 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Frontier | 1969 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Frontier | Corona |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3278 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 274 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 70 L |
