2000 Nissan Almera vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2000 Nissan Almera is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Nissan Almera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Celica (148 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2000 Nissan Almera. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2000 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Nissan Almera weights approximately 110 kg more than 1981 Toyota Celica.
Because 1981 Toyota Celica 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 1981 Toyota Celica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Almera, 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, 2000 Nissan Almera (230 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Celica. (182 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2000 Nissan Almera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Nissan Almera | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Almera | Celica |
Year Released | 2000 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2184 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2620 mm |