1983 Nissan Sunny vs. 1997 Porsche 993
To start off, 1997 Porsche 993 is newer by 14 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 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Porsche 993 weights approximately 605 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, 1997 Porsche 993 (341 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Nissan Sunny | 1997 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Sunny | 993 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2280 mm |
