1993 Nissan Sunny vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1997 Toyota Corolla is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Nissan Sunny (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 104 kg more than 1993 Nissan Sunny.
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, 1993 Nissan Sunny (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (120 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1993 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Nissan Sunny | 1997 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Sunny | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
