1996 Nissan Primera vs. 1982 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1996 Nissan Primera is newer by 14 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 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Primera (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Primera weights approximately 535 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Nissan Primera (177 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Nissan Primera | 1982 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Primera | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1974 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |
