2007 Nissan Primera vs. 1987 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2007 Nissan Primera is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Primera (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Carina. (83 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Primera weights approximately 497 kg more than 1987 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Nissan Primera (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Carina. (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Primera | 1987 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Primera | Carina |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2184 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.7:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1499 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 61 L |
