1997 Mazda Xedos 9 vs. 1982 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1997 Mazda Xedos 9 is newer by 15 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 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Mazda Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mazda Xedos 9 (165 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mazda Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mazda Xedos 9 weights approximately 645 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, 1997 Mazda Xedos 9 (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Mazda Xedos 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mazda Xedos 9 | 1982 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Xedos 9 | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
