1980 Nissan Patrol vs. 1983 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1983 Nissan Sunny is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 3,244 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Nissan Patrol (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1260 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, 1980 Nissan Patrol (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1980 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Nissan Patrol | 1983 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Nissan | Nissan |
Model | Patrol | Sunny |
Year Released | 1980 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3244 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2410 mm |