1999 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1983 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1999 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 16 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 2,464 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jeep Cherokee (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 615 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, 1999 Jeep Cherokee (194 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Jeep Cherokee | 1983 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Jeep | Nissan |
| Model | Cherokee | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2464 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |
