2007 Nissan Sentra vs. 1971 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Nissan Sentra is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Sentra (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Corolla. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1971 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 1971 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Sentra, 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 Sentra (233 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Corolla. (95 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Sentra | 1971 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Sentra | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 46 L |
