2006 Nissan Primera vs. 1987 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Nissan Primera is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Corolla (140 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Primera. (137 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Primera.
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, 2006 Nissan Primera (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (206 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Primera | 1987 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Primera | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2184 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 50 L |
