1982 Nissan Sunny vs. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 30 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 3,700 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 885 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, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Nissan Sunny | 2012 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Nissan | Chevrolet |
| Model | Sunny | Colorado |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3210 mm |
