1996 Bentley Brooklands vs. 1984 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1996 Bentley Brooklands is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Bentley Brooklands is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Bentley Brooklands (301 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Bentley Brooklands weights approximately 1554 kg more than 1984 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Bentley Brooklands is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Bentley Brooklands. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Nissan Sunny, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Bentley Brooklands (600 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 478 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Sunny. (122 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Bentley Brooklands | 1984 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Bentley | Nissan |
| Model | Brooklands | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2430 kg | 876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2410 mm |
