2007 Nissan 1400 vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Nissan 1400 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Corolla (74 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2007 Nissan 1400. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan 1400.
Because 2007 Nissan 1400 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 2007 Nissan 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Corolla, 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, 1997 Toyota Corolla (131 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan 1400. (97 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan 1400.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Nissan 1400 | 1997 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | 1400 | Corolla |
Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 97 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 23.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2470 mm |