2007 Nissan 350Z vs. 1985 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Nissan 350Z is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan 350Z (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Corolla. (122 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 550 kg more than 1985 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Nissan 350Z (364 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Corolla. (140 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan 350Z | 1985 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | 350Z | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 364 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 75 L |
