2006 Nissan Primera vs. 1989 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2006 Nissan Primera is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Celica (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Primera. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Celica weights approximately 32 kg more than 2006 Nissan Primera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Toyota Celica 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, 1989 Toyota Celica 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, 1989 Toyota Celica (275 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Primera. (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Nissan Primera | 1989 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Primera | Celica |
Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1869 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 275 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2330 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 50 L |