1983 Nissan Sunny vs. 1980 Reliant SE6
To start off, 1983 Nissan Sunny is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Reliant SE6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Reliant SE6 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Reliant SE6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Reliant SE6 (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Reliant SE6 should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Reliant SE6 weights approximately 435 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, 1980 Reliant SE6 (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1980 Reliant SE6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Nissan Sunny | 1980 Reliant SE6 | |
| Make | Nissan | Reliant |
| Model | Sunny | SE6 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2650 mm |
