1983 Nissan Sunny vs. 2004 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2004 Toyota Yaris is newer by 21 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 1,487 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Nissan Sunny (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Yaris. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 54 kg more than 1983 Nissan Sunny.
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, 1983 Nissan Sunny (122 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Yaris. (90 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1983 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Nissan Sunny | 2004 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Sunny | Yaris |
Year Released | 1983 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1487 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 918 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2470 mm |