2009 Nissan Livina vs. 1980 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Nissan Livina is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Livina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Livina (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corolla. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Livina should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Livina weights approximately 444 kg more than 1980 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 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 1980 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Livina, 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, 2009 Nissan Livina (153 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corolla. (105 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Livina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Nissan Livina | 1980 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Livina | Corolla |
Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |