1985 Nissan Sunny vs. 2012 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Defender 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 2,402 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover Defender (120 HP) has 46 more horse power than 1985 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1848 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.
Because 2012 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Nissan Sunny. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Defender 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 Land Rover Defender (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan Sunny. (122 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Nissan Sunny | 2012 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Nissan | Land Rover |
Model | Sunny | Defender |
Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1487 cc | 2402 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 120 HP |
Torque | 122 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2800 mm |