1982 Nissan Sunny vs. 2002 Opel Omega
To start off, 2002 Opel Omega 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Omega (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Omega weights approximately 845 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 Opel Omega (300 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Nissan Sunny | 2002 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Sunny | Omega |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2740 mm |
