1983 Nissan Sunny vs. 2008 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2008 Nissan Primera is newer by 25 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 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Primera (137 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Primera weights approximately 684 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, 2008 Nissan Primera (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Nissan Sunny | 2008 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Sunny | Primera |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1499 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2690 mm |
