2007 Nissan Frontier vs. 1980 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Nissan Frontier is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corolla. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 655 kg more than 1980 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Toyota Corolla 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 1980 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier, 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, 2007 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corolla. (105 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Nissan Frontier | 1980 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Frontier | Corolla |
Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3952 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 381 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2410 mm |