1992 BMW 318 vs. 1985 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1992 BMW 318 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 318 (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1985 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 318 weights approximately 520 kg more than 1985 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, 1992 BMW 318 (180 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 318 | 1985 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 318 | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 1486 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
