1983 Nissan Sunny vs. 2011 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2011 GMC Yukon is newer by 28 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Yukon (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1994 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, 2011 GMC Yukon (517 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Nissan Sunny | 2011 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Nissan | GMC |
| Model | Sunny | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 352 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 517 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 2809 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3302 mm |
