1982 Nissan Sunny vs. 2004 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2004 Porsche Boxster is newer by 22 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Boxster (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 570 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, 2004 Porsche Boxster (310 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Nissan Sunny | 2004 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Sunny | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2420 mm |
