1982 Nissan Sunny vs. 1970 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1982 Nissan Sunny is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Nissan Sunny (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 15 kg more than 1982 Nissan Sunny.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Nissan Sunny (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1982 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Nissan Sunny | 1970 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Sunny | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2340 mm |
