2000 Lexus GS vs. 1982 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2000 Lexus GS is newer by 18 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 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lexus GS (216 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lexus GS weights approximately 905 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, 2000 Lexus GS (294 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lexus GS | 1982 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Lexus | Nissan |
| Model | GS | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2410 mm |
