2007 Nissan Note vs. 1968 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2007 Nissan Note is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Toyota Corona (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Note. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Note. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Note weights approximately 297 kg more than 1968 Toyota Corona.
Because 1968 Toyota Corona 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 1968 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Note, 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 Note (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Corona. (115 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Note will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Nissan Note | 1968 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Note | Corona |
Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 78.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 70 L |