1982 Nissan Sunny vs. 1991 Renault Espace
To start off, 1991 Renault Espace is newer by 9 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 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Renault Espace (150 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Renault Espace weights approximately 587 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, 1991 Renault Espace (225 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1991 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Nissan Sunny | 1991 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Sunny | Espace |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1402 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2590 mm |
