2005 Nissan Sentra vs. 1974 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2005 Nissan Sentra is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Sentra (126 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Corona. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 171 kg more than 1974 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 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 1974 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Sentra, 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, 2005 Nissan Sentra (175 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Corona. (133 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Sentra | 1974 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Sentra | Corona |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1770 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1171 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2510 mm |
