1985 Nissan Sunny vs. 2012 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Equator 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki Equator (152 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1985 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Suzuki Equator weights approximately 160 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 Suzuki Equator (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Nissan Sunny | 2012 Suzuki Equator | |
| Make | Nissan | Suzuki |
| Model | Sunny | Equator |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1486 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3200 mm |
