2008 Nissan Sentra vs. 1968 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 Nissan Sentra is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Sentra (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Corolla. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 1695 kg more than 1968 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 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 1968 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Nissan Sentra (233 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Corolla. (85 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Sentra | 1968 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Sentra | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
