2009 Nissan Frontier vs. 1969 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Nissan Frontier is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Corolla. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 488 kg more than 1969 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Nissan Frontier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Frontier 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, 2009 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Corolla. (93 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Nissan Frontier | 1969 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Frontier | Corolla |
Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3954 cc | 1166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 381 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1228 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |