2005 Nissan Platina vs. 1996 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2005 Nissan Platina is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Sentra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Sentra would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Platina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Platina (109 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Sentra. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Platina should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Platina weights approximately 105 kg more than 1996 Nissan Sentra. 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, 2005 Nissan Platina (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Sentra. (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Platina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Platina | 1996 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Platina | Sentra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2440 mm |
