1982 Nissan Sunny vs. 1995 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1995 Toyota Corolla is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota Corolla (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 232 kg more than 1982 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1995 Toyota Corolla (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (122 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Nissan Sunny | 1995 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Sunny | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2470 mm |
