1982 Nissan Sunny vs. 2011 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2011 GMC Yukon 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Yukon (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1694 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.
Because 2011 GMC Yukon is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 GMC Yukon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Nissan Sunny, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 GMC Yukon (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (122 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Nissan Sunny | 2011 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Nissan | GMC |
| Model | Sunny | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 2554 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1953 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2946 mm |
