2006 Nissan Xterra vs. 1979 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Nissan Xterra is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Xterra (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (107 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 560 kg more than 1979 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Nissan Xterra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Xterra will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Nissan Xterra (386 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (147 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Nissan Xterra | 1979 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Xterra | Corolla |
Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 386 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 77 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 75 L |