1982 Nissan Sunny vs. 2007 Opel Tigra
To start off, 2007 Opel Tigra 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 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Tigra (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Tigra should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Tigra weights approximately 314 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 Opel Tigra (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Tigra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Nissan Sunny | 2007 Opel Tigra | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Sunny | Tigra |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1129 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2500 mm |
