2007 Nissan Altima vs. 1996 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Nissan Altima is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Altima (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Corolla. (71 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Altima weights approximately 374 kg more than 1996 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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 Altima (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Corolla. (131 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Altima | 1996 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Altima | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3490 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1469 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 60 L |
