1982 Nissan Sunny vs. 2011 Mazda CX-7
To start off, 2011 Mazda CX-7 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda CX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda CX-7 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda CX-7 weights approximately 771 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 Mazda CX-7 (218 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Nissan Sunny | 2011 Mazda CX-7 | |
Make | Nissan | Mazda |
Model | Sunny | CX-7 |
Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1586 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4681 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1646 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2751 mm |