1982 Nissan Sunny vs. 2010 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2010 Nissan Maxima 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Maxima (291 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 802 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 Nissan Maxima (354 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Nissan Sunny | 2010 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Sunny | Maxima |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 354 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1617 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1859 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2776 mm |
