1983 Nissan Sunny vs. 1984 Subaru Rex
To start off, 1984 Subaru Rex is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Nissan Sunny 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 43 more horse power than 1984 Subaru Rex. (31 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 1984 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Nissan Sunny weights approximately 257 kg more than 1984 Subaru Rex. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Nissan Sunny (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Subaru Rex. (43 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Nissan Sunny | 1984 Subaru Rex | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | Sunny | Rex |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 43 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2260 mm |
