1988 Bitter Type III vs. 1983 Nissan Sunny

To start off, 1988 Bitter Type III is newer by 5 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 3,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Bitter Type III is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Bitter Type III (211 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Bitter Type III should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Bitter Type III weights approximately 485 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, 1988 Bitter Type III (320 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Bitter Type III will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Sunny.

Compare all specifications:

1988 Bitter Type III 1983 Nissan Sunny
Make Bitter Nissan
Model Type III Sunny
Year Released 1988 1983
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3849 cc 1488 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 211 HP 74 HP
Engine RPM 5100 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 320 Nm 123 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 2800 RPM
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1300 kg 815 kg
Vehicle Length 4460 mm 4140 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1650 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2390 mm 2410 mm


 

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