1983 Mazda 323 vs. 1992 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1992 Nissan Sunny is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Nissan Sunny (74 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Nissan Sunny weights approximately 310 kg more than 1983 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Nissan Sunny (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mazda 323 | 1992 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 323 | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1071 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1530 mm |
