1982 Nissan Sunny vs. 2002 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2002 Smart ForFour 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 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Smart ForFour (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Smart ForFour weights approximately 155 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 Smart ForFour (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Smart ForFour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Nissan Sunny | 2002 Smart ForFour | |
Make | Nissan | Smart |
Model | Sunny | ForFour |
Year Released | 1982 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1332 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |