1982 Nissan Sunny vs. 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 24 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 2,737 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 220 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, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara (250 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Nissan Sunny | 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Nissan | Suzuki |
| Model | Sunny | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 2737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2650 mm |
