1985 Nissan Sunny vs. 2012 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Express is newer by 27 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 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Express (260 HP @ 3100 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1985 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1546 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, 2012 Chevrolet Express (711 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 588 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Nissan Sunny | 2012 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Nissan | Chevrolet |
| Model | Sunny | Express |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1486 cc | 6600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 711 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 2361 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3429 mm |
