1999 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1983 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1999 Land Rover Discovery 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 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Land Rover Discovery (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1205 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 Land Rover Discovery (340 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Land Rover Discovery | 1983 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Land Rover | Nissan |
Model | Discovery | Sunny |
Year Released | 1999 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |