1989 Nissan Micra vs. 1983 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1989 Nissan Micra is newer by 6 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 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Nissan Sunny (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Micra. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Nissan Sunny weights approximately 150 kg more than 1989 Nissan Micra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Nissan Sunny (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Micra. (73 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1983 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Nissan Micra | 1983 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Micra | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 665 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2410 mm |
