1982 Nissan Sunny vs. 2008 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2008 Toyota Yaris is newer by 26 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 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Yaris (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 515 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, 2008 Toyota Yaris (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Nissan Sunny | 2008 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Sunny | Yaris |
Year Released | 1982 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2560 mm |