2005 Nissan Primera vs. 1984 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Nissan Primera is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Primera (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Corolla. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Primera weights approximately 472 kg more than 1984 Toyota Corolla. 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 Primera (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Corolla. (102 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Primera | 1984 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Primera | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1408 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
