1994 Nissan Sunny vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1997 Toyota Corolla is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Nissan Sunny (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 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 175 kg more than 1994 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, 1994 Nissan Sunny (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (120 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1994 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Nissan Sunny | 1997 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Sunny | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2470 mm |
