1982 Nissan Sunny vs. 1979 Honda Civic
To start off, 1982 Nissan Sunny is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Civic 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) has 7 more horse power than 1979 Honda Civic. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Nissan Sunny weights approximately 20 kg more than 1979 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Nissan Sunny (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Civic. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Nissan Sunny | 1979 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Nissan | Honda |
| Model | Sunny | Civic |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1335 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2330 mm |
