2007 Nissan Xterra vs. 1980 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2007 Nissan Xterra is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Celica. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 360 kg more than 1980 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Xterra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Toyota Celica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Xterra 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 Xterra (382 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Celica. (175 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Celica. 2007 Nissan Xterra has automatic transmission and 1980 Toyota Celica has manual transmission. 1980 Toyota Celica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Nissan Xterra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Xterra | 1980 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Xterra | Celica |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3954 cc | 2366 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 382 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
