1983 Pontiac Phoenix vs. 2011 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2011 Nissan Sentra is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Pontiac Phoenix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Pontiac Phoenix would be higher. At 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Pontiac Phoenix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Sentra (140 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1983 Pontiac Phoenix. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1983 Pontiac Phoenix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 253 kg more than 1983 Pontiac Phoenix. 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 Nissan Sentra (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Pontiac Phoenix. (181 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Pontiac Phoenix.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Pontiac Phoenix | 2011 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Pontiac | Nissan |
| Model | Phoenix | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2474 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1353 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4575 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1511 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2685 mm |
