1982 Nissan Sunny vs. 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora
To start off, 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora is newer by 14 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 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora (251 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora weights approximately 905 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, 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Nissan Sunny | 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora | |
| Make | Nissan | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Sunny | Aurora |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2900 mm |
