1983 Nissan Sunny vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1997 Toyota Corolla is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Corolla (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 301 kg more than 1983 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, 1997 Toyota Corolla (145 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Sunny. (122 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Nissan Sunny | 1997 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Sunny | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2470 mm |
