1983 Nissan Sunny vs. 1983 Peugeot 505
To start off, both 1983 Nissan Sunny and 1983 Peugeot 505 were released in the same year (1983). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Peugeot 505 (106 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Peugeot 505 should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 436 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.
Because 1983 Peugeot 505 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1983 Peugeot 505. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Nissan Sunny, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1983 Peugeot 505 (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Sunny. (122 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1983 Peugeot 505 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Nissan Sunny | 1983 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Sunny | 505 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2910 mm |
