2009 Nissan Xterra vs. 1989 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2009 Nissan Xterra is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Xterra (262 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Celica. (201 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Celica weights approximately 230 kg more than 2009 Nissan Xterra.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2009 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Celica. (275 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Xterra | 1989 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Xterra | Celica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3954 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 262 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
