1991 Nissan Sunny vs. 1979 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1991 Nissan Sunny is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Toyota Crown (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1991 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1991 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Crown weights approximately 250 kg more than 1991 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Toyota Crown 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 1979 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1979 Toyota Crown (191 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Nissan Sunny. (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Nissan Sunny | 1979 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Sunny | Crown |
Year Released | 1991 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 2446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1440 mm |