1982 Nissan Sunny vs. 2013 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2013 Subaru Forester is newer by 31 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 (16 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Forester (168 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Forester weights approximately 665 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, 2013 Subaru Forester (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Nissan Sunny | 2013 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | Sunny | Forester |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2006 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2615 mm |
