1981 Nissan Sunny vs. 1992 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1992 Toyota Corolla is newer by 11 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 1,680 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota Corolla (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 140 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, 1992 Toyota Corolla (111 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (104 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1992 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Nissan Sunny | 1992 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Sunny | Corolla |
Year Released | 1981 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1680 cc | 1332 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 111 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2470 mm |