1983 Nissan Sunny vs. 2008 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2008 Renault Grand Espace 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Grand Espace (161 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 1000 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 Renault Grand Espace (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Nissan Sunny | 2008 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Sunny | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2880 mm |
