2007 Nissan Xterra vs. 1983 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2007 Nissan Xterra is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 481 kg more than 1983 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corsa. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Xterra | 1983 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Xterra | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3954 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
