1957 Buick 40 vs. 1983 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1983 Nissan Sunny is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Buick 40 (248 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Buick 40 weights approximately 980 kg more than 1983 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, 1957 Buick 40 (515 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1957 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Buick 40 | 1983 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | 40 | Sunny |
Year Released | 1957 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 248 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2410 mm |