1997 Mitsubishi Magna vs. 1982 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1997 Mitsubishi Magna 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 2,349 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mitsubishi Magna (141 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 555 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 Mitsubishi Magna (205 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mitsubishi Magna | 1982 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Magna | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2349 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |
