1971 Nissan Sunny vs. 1989 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1989 Toyota Carina is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Carina (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Carina weights approximately 380 kg more than 1971 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Toyota Carina (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Nissan Sunny | 1989 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Sunny | Carina |
Year Released | 1971 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2530 mm |