1982 Nissan Sunny vs. 2011 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2011 Toyota Camry 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 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Camry (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Camry weights approximately 670 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Toyota Camry (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (122 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Nissan Sunny | 2011 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Sunny | Camry |
Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1487 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4806 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2776 mm |