2008 Nissan Frontier vs. 1986 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2008 Nissan Frontier is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Carina. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 1335 kg more than 1986 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Nissan Frontier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Toyota Carina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Frontier 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, 2008 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Carina. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Frontier | 1986 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Frontier | Carina |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3954 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2520 mm |
