1988 Nissan Sunny vs. 1980 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1988 Nissan Sunny is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,588 cc, 1980 Toyota Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Toyota Sprinter (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1988 Nissan Sunny. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1988 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Sprinter weights approximately 45 kg more than 1988 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, 1980 Toyota Sprinter (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Nissan Sunny. (101 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Nissan Sunny | 1980 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Sunny | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1269 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |
