1989 Holden Nova vs. 1982 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1989 Holden Nova is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Holden Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Holden Nova (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Holden Nova should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Holden Nova weights approximately 205 kg more than 1982 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, 1989 Holden Nova (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Holden Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Holden Nova | 1982 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Nova | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |
