2004 Nissan Frontier vs. 1996 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2004 Nissan Frontier is newer by 8 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 3,278 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Frontier (181 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Celica. (173 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 474 kg more than 1996 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Frontier (274 Nm) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Celica. (178 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Frontier | 1996 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Frontier | Celica |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3278 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 274 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 75 L |
