1998 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1982 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 16 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 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daihatsu Sirion (100 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Daihatsu Sirion weights approximately 85 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, 1982 Nissan Sunny (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Sirion. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1982 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Sirion | 1982 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Sirion | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2410 mm |
