2011 Nissan Titan vs. 1973 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2011 Nissan Titan is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corona. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corona.
Because 2011 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Titan 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, 2011 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corona. (144 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Nissan Titan | 1973 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Titan | Corona |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5551 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2510 mm |
