1982 Nissan Sunny vs. 2002 Noble M12
To start off, 2002 Noble M12 is newer by 20 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 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Noble M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Noble M12 (335 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Noble M12 should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Noble M12 weights approximately 235 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, 2002 Noble M12 (485 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Noble M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Nissan Sunny | 2002 Noble M12 | |
| Make | Nissan | Noble |
| Model | Sunny | M12 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 485 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2440 mm |
