1984 Nissan Sunny vs. 2010 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2010 Infiniti FX is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti FX (303 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Infiniti FX weights approximately 859 kg more than 1984 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Infiniti FX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Infiniti FX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Nissan Sunny, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Infiniti FX (355 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Sunny. (122 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Nissan Sunny | 2010 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Nissan | Infiniti |
| Model | Sunny | FX |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1486 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1719 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2890 mm |
