1987 Ferrari 208 vs. 1983 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1987 Ferrari 208 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 1,991 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Ferrari 208 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari 208 (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 415 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Ferrari 208 (328 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ferrari 208 | 1983 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | 208 | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2410 mm |
