1982 Nissan Sunny vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (323 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1975 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 Silverado (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 391 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Silverado | |
| Make | Nissan | Chevrolet |
| Model | Sunny | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 323 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 2790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 6580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 4250 mm |
