1982 Nissan Sunny vs. 1973 Chrysler 160
To start off, 1982 Nissan Sunny is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chrysler 160. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chrysler 160 would be higher. At 1,981 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Chrysler 160 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chrysler 160 (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chrysler 160 should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chrysler 160 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1982 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, 1973 Chrysler 160 (163 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1973 Chrysler 160 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Nissan Sunny | 1973 Chrysler 160 | |
| Make | Nissan | Chrysler |
| Model | Sunny | 160 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2680 mm |
