1982 Nissan Sunny vs. 1990 Peugeot 309
To start off, 1990 Peugeot 309 is newer by 8 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 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Peugeot 309 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Peugeot 309 (78 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Peugeot 309 should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Peugeot 309 weights approximately 175 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, 1990 Peugeot 309 (159 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 Peugeot 309 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Nissan Sunny | 1990 Peugeot 309 | |
Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
Model | Sunny | 309 |
Year Released | 1982 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 78 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 159 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2480 mm |