1982 Nissan Sunny vs. 2012 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Suzuki Kizashi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi (185 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Suzuki Kizashi weights approximately 655 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 Suzuki Kizashi (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Suzuki Kizashi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Nissan Sunny | 2012 Suzuki Kizashi | |
| Make | Nissan | Suzuki |
| Model | Sunny | Kizashi |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2700 mm |
