1997 Nissan President vs. 1983 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1997 Nissan President is newer by 14 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 4,492 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan President (267 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan President should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan President weights approximately 1075 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, 1997 Nissan President (394 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Nissan President | 1983 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | President | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4492 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2410 mm |
