2005 Nissan Hardbody vs. 1989 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2005 Nissan Hardbody is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,663 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Hardbody is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Celica (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. (155 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Celica weights approximately 25 kg more than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Toyota Celica (275 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. (209 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Hardbody.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Hardbody | 1989 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Hardbody | Celica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2663 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1520 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 50 L |
