1991 Nissan Sunny vs. 2002 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 2002 Toyota Caldina is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Caldina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Caldina (155 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1991 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 1991 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Caldina weights approximately 220 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 2002 Toyota Caldina is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Nissan Sunny. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Caldina 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, 2002 Toyota Caldina (196 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Nissan Sunny. (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Caldina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Nissan Sunny. 2002 Toyota Caldina has automatic transmission and 1991 Nissan Sunny has manual transmission. 1991 Nissan Sunny will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Toyota Caldina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Nissan Sunny | 2002 Toyota Caldina | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Sunny | Caldina |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
