1983 Nissan Sunny vs. 1963 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1983 Nissan Sunny is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Nissan Sunny (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1963 Opel Rekord. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 1963 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Opel Rekord weights approximately 155 kg more than 1983 Nissan Sunny.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Nissan Sunny (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Opel Rekord. (108 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1983 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Nissan Sunny | 1963 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Sunny | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2650 mm |
