1997 Nissan Primera vs. 1987 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1997 Nissan Primera is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Corolla (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Primera. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Primera weights approximately 170 kg more than 1987 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1987 Toyota Corolla 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 1987 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1987 Toyota Corolla (142 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Primera. (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Nissan Primera | 1987 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Primera | Corolla |
Year Released | 1997 | 1987 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |