1983 Nissan Sunny vs. 2007 Proton Gen
To start off, 2007 Proton Gen is newer by 24 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Proton Gen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Proton Gen (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Proton Gen should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Sunny.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Proton Gen (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Proton Gen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Nissan Sunny | 2007 Proton Gen | |
| Make | Nissan | Proton |
| Model | Sunny | Gen |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |
