1987 Chevrolet Celebrity vs. 2009 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2009 Nissan Sentra is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity would be higher. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Sentra (140 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity. (129 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 82 kg more than 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity. 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, 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity (230 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Sentra. (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity | 2009 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Celebrity | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2690 mm |
