1993 Nissan Primera vs. 1982 Toyota Century
To start off, 1993 Nissan Primera is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,376 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Century (167 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1993 Nissan Primera. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 1993 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Century weights approximately 730 kg more than 1993 Nissan Primera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Toyota Century 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 1982 Toyota Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Nissan Primera, 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, 1982 Toyota Century (270 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan Primera. (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Nissan Primera | 1982 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Primera | Century |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1805 kg |
