1983 Nissan Sunny vs. 2012 Holden Captiva
To start off, 2012 Holden Captiva is newer by 29 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 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Holden Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Holden Captiva (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Holden Captiva should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Holden Captiva weights approximately 991 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.
Because 2012 Holden Captiva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Nissan Sunny. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Holden Captiva will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Holden Captiva (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Sunny. (122 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Holden Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Nissan Sunny | 2012 Holden Captiva | |
Make | Nissan | Holden |
Model | Sunny | Captiva |
Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1487 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |