1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1983 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (370 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 956 kg more than 1983 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage 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 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (510 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Sunny. (122 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1983 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Aston Martin | Nissan |
Model | V8 Vantage | Sunny |
Year Released | 1987 | 1983 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1487 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 370 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 864 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2410 mm |