1999 Nissan Maxima vs. 1982 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1999 Nissan Maxima is newer by 17 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 1,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan Maxima (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 530 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, 1999 Nissan Maxima (177 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Nissan Maxima | 1982 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Maxima | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
