1986 Toyota Celica vs. 2010 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2010 Nissan Altima is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Celica. (123 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Altima weights approximately 308 kg more than 1986 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2010 Nissan Altima (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Celica. (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Toyota Celica | 2010 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Toyota | Nissan |
| Model | Celica | Altima |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2675 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 76 L |
