1996 Nissan Sunny vs. 1993 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1996 Nissan Sunny is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Carina (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Sunny. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Carina weights approximately 133 kg more than 1996 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Toyota Carina (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Sunny. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Nissan Sunny | 1993 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Sunny | Carina |
Year Released | 1996 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2590 mm |