1996 Chevrolet Beretta vs. 1983 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Beretta is newer by 13 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Beretta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Beretta (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Beretta should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Beretta weights approximately 472 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, 1996 Chevrolet Beretta (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Beretta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Beretta | 1983 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Beretta | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1287 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2410 mm |
