1982 Nissan Sunny vs. 2007 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2007 Nissan Altima is newer by 25 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 2,491 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Altima weights approximately 725 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, 2007 Nissan Altima (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Nissan Sunny | 2007 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Nissan | Nissan |
Model | Sunny | Altima |
Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2780 mm |