2008 Nissan Versa vs. 1999 Toyota Solara
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 Solara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Solara would be higher. At 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Solara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Solara (133 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Versa. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Solara should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Versa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Solara weights approximately 250 kg more than 2008 Nissan Versa. 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 Solara (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Versa. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Solara 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 Solara | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Versa | Solara |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2680 mm |
