2008 Nissan Versa vs. 1999 Toyota Picnic
To start off, 2008 Nissan Versa is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Picnic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Picnic would be higher. At 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Picnic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Versa (123 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Picnic. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Versa should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Picnic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Versa weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1999 Toyota Picnic. 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, 1999 Toyota Picnic (210 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Versa. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Picnic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Versa | 1999 Toyota Picnic | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Versa | Picnic |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2740 mm |
