2007 Nissan Navara vs. 1976 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2007 Nissan Navara is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Navara weights approximately 1008 kg more than 1976 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Navara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Toyota Celica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Navara 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, 2007 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Celica. (152 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Navara | 1976 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Navara | Celica |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2124 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 58 L |
