1988 Nissan Sunny vs. 2007 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2007 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 19 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Tacoma (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1988 Nissan Sunny. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1988 Nissan Sunny.
Because 2007 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Nissan Sunny. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Tacoma will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Nissan Sunny. (101 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Nissan Sunny. 2007 Toyota Tacoma has automatic transmission and 1988 Nissan Sunny has manual transmission. 1988 Nissan Sunny will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota Tacoma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Nissan Sunny | 2007 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Sunny | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1269 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 236 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3590 mm |