1992 Honda Accord vs. 1982 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1992 Honda Accord is newer by 10 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 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Accord (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Accord weights approximately 550 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1992 Honda Accord (199 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (122 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1992 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Honda Accord | 1982 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Accord | Sunny |
Year Released | 1992 | 1982 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2156 cc | 1487 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 199 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |