1982 Nissan Sunny vs. 2011 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2011 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 29 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 329 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1804 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, 2011 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 441 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Nissan Sunny | 2011 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Nissan | Cadillac |
| Model | Sunny | Escalade |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 2619 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5662 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1857 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3302 mm |
