1984 Nissan Sunny vs. 2012 Peugeot 1007
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 1007 is newer by 28 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Peugeot 1007 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Peugeot 1007 (104 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Peugeot 1007 should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Peugeot 1007 weights approximately 358 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.
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, 2012 Peugeot 1007 (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Sunny. (122 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Peugeot 1007 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Nissan Sunny | 2012 Peugeot 1007 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Sunny | 1007 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1486 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1218 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2320 mm |
