1982 Nissan Sunny vs. 1989 Plymouth Laser
To start off, 1989 Plymouth Laser is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Plymouth Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Plymouth Laser (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Plymouth Laser should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Plymouth Laser weights approximately 415 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, 1989 Plymouth Laser (169 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Plymouth Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Nissan Sunny | 1989 Plymouth Laser | |
Make | Nissan | Plymouth |
Model | Sunny | Laser |
Year Released | 1982 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2480 mm |