1997 Nissan Primera vs. 2011 Chevrolet Rezzo
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Rezzo is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan Primera would be higher. Both 1997 Nissan Primera and 2011 Chevrolet Rezzo are equipped with a 1,597 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Rezzo (103 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Primera. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Rezzo should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Rezzo weights approximately 187 kg more than 1997 Nissan Primera. 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, 2011 Chevrolet Rezzo (142 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Primera. (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Rezzo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Nissan Primera | 2011 Chevrolet Rezzo | |
| Make | Nissan | Chevrolet |
| Model | Primera | Rezzo |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1347 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
