1985 Nissan Sunny vs. 2004 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2004 Smart ForFour is newer by 19 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 1,486 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 74 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Smart ForFour weights approximately 150 kg more than 1985 Nissan Sunny.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Nissan Sunny (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Smart ForFour. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Nissan Sunny | 2004 Smart ForFour | |
| Make | Nissan | Smart |
| Model | Sunny | ForFour |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1486 cc | 1123 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
