1983 Nissan Sunny vs. 1996 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1996 Opel Frontera is newer by 13 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 2,195 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Opel Frontera (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Frontera weights approximately 824 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, 1996 Opel Frontera (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Nissan Sunny | 1996 Opel Frontera | |
Make | Nissan | Opel |
Model | Sunny | Frontera |
Year Released | 1983 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 2195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 202 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1639 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |