1996 Nissan Primera vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2002 Toyota Corolla is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Primera would be higher. At 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Primera (148 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (78 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Primera weights approximately 80 kg more than 2002 Toyota Corolla. 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, 1996 Nissan Primera (181 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (147 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Nissan Primera | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Primera | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
