1985 Nissan Sunny vs. 1992 Rover 220
To start off, 1992 Rover 220 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Rover 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Rover 220 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1985 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Rover 220 should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Rover 220 weights approximately 338 kg more than 1985 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, 1992 Rover 220 (180 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1992 Rover 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Nissan Sunny | 1992 Rover 220 | |
| Make | Nissan | Rover |
| Model | Sunny | 220 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1486 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1153 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2560 mm |
