1988 Nissan Sunny vs. 2005 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2005 Toyota Celica is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Celica (141 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1988 Nissan Sunny. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1988 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Celica weights approximately 245 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.
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, 2005 Toyota Celica (172 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Nissan Sunny. (101 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Nissan Sunny | 2005 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Sunny | Celica |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1269 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.9 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70.1 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2710 mm |
