1984 Nissan Sunny vs. 1983 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1984 Nissan Sunny is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,486 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Nissan Sunny (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corolla. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 25 kg more than 1984 Nissan Sunny.
Because 1983 Toyota Corolla is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1983 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Nissan Sunny, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1984 Nissan Sunny (122 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corolla. (105 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1984 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Nissan Sunny | 1983 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Sunny | Corolla |
Year Released | 1984 | 1983 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1486 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |