1983 Nissan Sunny vs. 2006 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2006 Porsche Boxster is newer by 23 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 3,177 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Boxster (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 530 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, 2006 Porsche Boxster (320 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Nissan Sunny | 2006 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Sunny | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 3177 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2420 mm |
