1983 Nissan Sunny vs. 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 1983 Nissan Sunny is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 1120 kg more than 1983 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, 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Nissan Sunny | 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Nissan | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Sunny | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3230 mm |
