2000 Nissan Almera vs. 1998 Nissan Almera
To start off, 2000 Nissan Almera is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan Almera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan Almera would be higher. At 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Nissan Almera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Nissan Almera (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Almera. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Almera should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Nissan Almera weights approximately 325 kg more than 1998 Nissan Almera. 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, 2000 Nissan Almera (163 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Almera. (116 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Nissan Almera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Almera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Nissan Almera | 1998 Nissan Almera | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Almera | Almera |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1770 cc | 1392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2540 mm |
