1984 Maserati 228 vs. 1981 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1984 Maserati 228 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Maserati 228 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Maserati 228 (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Maserati 228 should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Maserati 228 weights approximately 355 kg more than 1981 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, 1984 Maserati 228 (366 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (104 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1984 Maserati 228 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Maserati 228 | 1981 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Maserati | Nissan |
| Model | 228 | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 1680 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |
