1992 Nissan Sunny vs. 2000 Toyota Solara
To start off, 2000 Toyota Solara is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Solara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Solara (133 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1992 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Solara should accelerate faster than 1992 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Solara weights approximately 220 kg more than 1992 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, 2000 Toyota Solara (204 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Nissan Sunny. (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Solara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Nissan Sunny | 2000 Toyota Solara | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Sunny | Solara |
Year Released | 1992 | 2000 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 204 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |