2006 Nissan Navara vs. 1989 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Nissan Navara is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Navara (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Corolla. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Corolla.
Because 2006 Nissan Navara 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 Navara. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Corolla, 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, 2006 Nissan Navara (386 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Corolla. (149 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Corolla. 1989 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 2006 Nissan Navara has manual transmission. 2006 Nissan Navara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Navara | 1989 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Navara | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3954 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
