1982 Nissan Sunny vs. 1994 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 1994 Nissan Maxima is newer by 12 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 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Nissan Maxima (168 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 505 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, 1994 Nissan Maxima (253 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Nissan Sunny | 1994 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | Nissan | Nissan |
Model | Sunny | Maxima |
Year Released | 1982 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 2960 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 253 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2660 mm |