1996 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1983 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina 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 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina (200 HP) has 126 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 715 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 Lumina (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Lumina | 1983 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Lumina | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2410 mm |
