1982 Nissan Sunny vs. 2012 Tata Indigo

To start off, 2012 Tata Indigo 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 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Tata Indigo (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Tata Indigo should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Tata Indigo weights approximately 325 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, 1982 Nissan Sunny (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Indigo. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Indigo.

Compare all specifications:

1982 Nissan Sunny 2012 Tata Indigo
Make Nissan Tata
Model Sunny Indigo
Year Released 1982 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1488 cc 1405 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 74 HP 85 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 124 Nm 120 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 815 kg 1140 kg
Vehicle Length 4140 mm 4140 mm
Vehicle Width 1650 mm 1580 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1700 mm
Wheelbase Size 2410 mm 2460 mm


 

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