1983 Nissan Sunny vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla is newer by 22 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Corolla (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 560 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota Corolla (215 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Sunny | Corolla |
Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |