1993 Chevrolet APV vs. 1983 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet APV is newer by 10 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 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet APV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet APV (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet APV should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet APV weights approximately 775 kg more than 1983 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, 1993 Chevrolet APV (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet APV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet APV | 1983 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | APV | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2410 mm |
