1983 Nissan Sunny vs. 2004 Opel Signum
To start off, 2004 Opel Signum is newer by 21 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Signum (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Signum weights approximately 745 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, 2004 Opel Signum (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Nissan Sunny | 2004 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Sunny | Signum |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2840 mm |
