1988 Nissan Micra vs. 1976 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1988 Nissan Micra is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1988 Nissan Micra. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1988 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Toyota Celica weights approximately 451 kg more than 1988 Nissan Micra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Toyota Celica 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 1976 Toyota Celica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Nissan Micra, 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, 1976 Toyota Celica (152 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Nissan Micra. (73 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1976 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Nissan Micra | 1976 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Micra | Celica |
Year Released | 1988 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 988 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 665 kg | 1116 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2510 mm |