1982 Nissan Sunny vs. 2007 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2007 Nissan Patrol 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 4,759 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Patrol (254 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1530 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.
Because 2007 Nissan Patrol is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Nissan Patrol. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Nissan Sunny, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Nissan Patrol (425 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (122 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Patrol 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 Patrol | |
Make | Nissan | Nissan |
Model | Sunny | Patrol |
Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1487 cc | 4759 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 425 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 2390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2980 mm |