2006 Nissan 1400 vs. 1986 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2006 Nissan 1400 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 1,832 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Toyota Camry (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2006 Nissan 1400. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan 1400 weights approximately 495 kg more than 1986 Toyota Camry.
Because 2006 Nissan 1400 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Nissan 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Camry, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1986 Toyota Camry (143 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan 1400. (97 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan 1400 | 1986 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | 1400 | Camry |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1832 cc |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2610 mm |
