1986 Nissan Sunny vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza is newer by 27 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Impreza (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 615 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Subaru Impreza (331 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Sunny. (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Nissan Sunny | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | Sunny | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2620 mm |
