1985 Nissan Sunny vs. 2000 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2000 Subaru Impreza is newer by 15 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), 2000 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Subaru Impreza (295 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1985 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 455 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, 2000 Subaru Impreza (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Nissan Sunny | 2000 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | Sunny | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1486 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2530 mm |
