1989 Mazda 323 vs. 1986 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1989 Mazda 323 is newer by 3 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mazda 323 (130 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Sunny.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Mazda 323 (137 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Sunny. (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mazda 323 | 1986 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 323 | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |
