1984 Nissan Sunny vs. 2012 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayenne 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 4,806 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Cayenne (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 426 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1310 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 2012 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Nissan Sunny. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayenne will offer significantly more control. 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 Porsche Cayenne (699 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 577 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Sunny. (122 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Nissan Sunny | 2012 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Sunny | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1486 cc | 4806 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1939 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1705 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2896 mm |
