1983 Nissan Sunny vs. 2002 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2002 Opel Zafira is newer by 19 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Zafira (102 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Zafira weights approximately 575 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, 2002 Opel Zafira (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Nissan Sunny | 2002 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Sunny | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2700 mm |
