1992 Nissan Sunny vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 21 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (233 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1992 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1992 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 713 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.
Because 2013 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Nissan Sunny. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Nissan Sunny. (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Nissan Sunny. 2013 Toyota Tacoma has automatic transmission and 1992 Nissan Sunny has manual transmission. 1992 Nissan Sunny will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Toyota Tacoma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Nissan Sunny | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Sunny | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1992 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 233 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1873 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 5286 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1781 mm |