2007 Nissan Hardbody vs. 1978 Toyota Tercel
To start off, 2007 Nissan Hardbody is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Tercel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Tercel would be higher. At 3,275 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Hardbody is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Hardbody (169 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Tercel. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Hardbody should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Tercel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 944 kg more than 1978 Toyota Tercel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Hardbody is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Toyota Tercel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Hardbody 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, 2007 Nissan Hardbody (265 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Tercel. (102 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Hardbody will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Tercel.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Nissan Hardbody | 1978 Toyota Tercel | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Hardbody | Tercel |
Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3275 cc | 1452 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 169 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2510 mm |