1986 Nissan Sunny vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Corolla (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 375 kg more than 1986 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 (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Sunny. (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Nissan Sunny | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Sunny | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1598 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 | 124 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2500 mm |
