2004 Nissan Sentra vs. 1978 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2004 Nissan Sentra is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Sentra (126 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 325 kg more than 1978 Toyota Corsa. 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 Sentra (175 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Sentra | 1978 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Sentra | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1770 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2510 mm |
