1981 Nissan Sunny vs. 1983 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1983 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,588 cc, 1983 Toyota Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Sprinter (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Sprinter weights approximately 115 kg more than 1981 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, 1983 Toyota Sprinter (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Nissan Sunny | 1983 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Sunny | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
