2008 Nissan Tiida vs. 1997 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2008 Nissan Tiida is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Tiida is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Tiida (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Carina. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Tiida should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Tiida weights approximately 153 kg more than 1997 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, 2008 Nissan Tiida (153 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Carina. (137 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Tiida will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Tiida | 1997 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Tiida | Carina |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1278 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2590 mm |
