1982 Nissan Sunny vs. 2003 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2003 Pontiac GTO is newer by 21 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 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Pontiac GTO (350 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 875 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, 2003 Pontiac GTO (495 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Nissan Sunny | 2003 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
| Model | Sunny | GTO |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 5664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2750 mm |
