1982 Nissan Sunny vs. 2002 Renault Avantime
To start off, 2002 Renault Avantime 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 2,186 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Renault Avantime is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Avantime (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Avantime should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Avantime weights approximately 893 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2002 Renault Avantime (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (122 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Avantime will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Nissan Sunny | 2002 Renault Avantime | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Sunny | Avantime |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 2186 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1753 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2810 mm |
