1983 Nissan Sunny vs. 2004 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2004 Peugeot 407 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 2,228 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Peugeot 407 (156 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 740 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 Peugeot 407 (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Nissan Sunny | 2004 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Sunny | 407 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 2228 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2730 mm |
