1986 Nissan Sunny vs. 2005 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2005 TVR Cerbera is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 4,184 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 TVR Cerbera (355 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 TVR Cerbera weights approximately 240 kg more than 1986 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 TVR Cerbera is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 TVR Cerbera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Nissan Sunny, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 TVR Cerbera (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Sunny. (122 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Nissan Sunny | 2005 TVR Cerbera | |
Make | Nissan | TVR |
Model | Sunny | Cerbera |
Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1487 cc | 4184 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2570 mm |