2009 Nissan Xterra vs. 1984 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Nissan Xterra is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Corolla. (119 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 339 kg more than 1984 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Corolla. (140 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Xterra | 1984 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Xterra | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3954 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 75 L |
