1983 Nissan Sunny vs. 2012 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2012 Nissan Armada 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1654 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, 2012 Nissan Armada (521 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 398 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Nissan Sunny | 2012 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Sunny | Armada |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 2469 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5276 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2014 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3129 mm |
