1994 Toyota Corolla vs. 2010 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2010 Nissan Sentra is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Sentra (140 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 308 kg more than 1994 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2010 Nissan Sentra (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Corolla. (112 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Toyota Corolla | 2010 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Toyota | Nissan |
| Model | Corolla | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1332 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4567 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1511 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2685 mm |
