2005 Nissan Primera vs. 1992 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2005 Nissan Primera is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 2,366 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota 4Runner (112 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Primera. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 317 kg more than 2005 Nissan Primera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Nissan Primera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Toyota 4Runner will offer significantly more control. 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, 1992 Toyota 4Runner (192 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Primera. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Primera | 1992 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Primera | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2366 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2630 mm |
