2006 Nissan Primera vs. 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2006 Nissan Primera is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,430 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Primera (137 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser. (97 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Because 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Nissan Primera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2006 Nissan Primera (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser. (226 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Primera | 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Primera | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2184 cc | 3430 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
