1983 Nissan Sunny vs. 2012 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2012 Opel Meriva 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 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Meriva (94 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Sunny.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Opel Meriva (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Nissan Sunny | 2012 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Sunny | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
