1982 Nissan Sunny vs. 1972 Peugeot 304
To start off, 1982 Nissan Sunny is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Peugeot 304. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Peugeot 304 would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Nissan Sunny (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1972 Peugeot 304. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 1972 Peugeot 304. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Peugeot 304 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1982 Nissan Sunny.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Nissan Sunny (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Peugeot 304. (95 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1982 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Peugeot 304.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Nissan Sunny | 1972 Peugeot 304 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Sunny | 304 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2600 mm |
