1972 Nissan Sunny vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2002 Toyota Corolla is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Corolla (78 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 430 kg more than 1972 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, 2002 Toyota Corolla (147 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Nissan Sunny | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Sunny | Corolla |
Year Released | 1972 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1171 cc | 2184 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 78 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2610 mm |