1996 Toyota Celica vs. 2011 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2011 Nissan Armada is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Celica. (173 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1288 kg more than 1996 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Nissan Armada 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 2011 Nissan Armada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Celica, 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, 2011 Nissan Armada (521 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Celica. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Celica. 2011 Nissan Armada has automatic transmission and 1996 Toyota Celica has manual transmission. 1996 Toyota Celica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Nissan Armada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Toyota Celica | 2011 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Toyota | Nissan |
| Model | Celica | Armada |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 2468 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5276 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2014 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3129 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 106 L |
