1982 Nissan Sunny vs. 2010 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2010 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 28 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, 2010 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 575 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, 2010 Mazda RX-8 (215 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Nissan Sunny | 2010 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Nissan | Mazda |
| Model | Sunny | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1341 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2700 mm |
