1983 Nissan Sunny vs. 2011 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2011 Mazda Tribute 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda Tribute (240 HP @ 6550 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 676 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Mazda Tribute (302 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Sunny. (122 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Nissan Sunny | 2011 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Nissan | Mazda |
| Model | Sunny | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6550 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4442 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2619 mm |
