1996 Toyota Celica vs. 2012 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2012 Nissan Cube is newer by 16 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 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Celica (173 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Cube. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Cube. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Cube weights approximately 109 kg more than 1996 Toyota Celica.
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 Toyota Celica (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Cube. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Cube.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Toyota Celica | 2012 Nissan Cube | |
| Make | Toyota | Nissan |
| Model | Celica | Cube |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1289 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 50 L |
