2001 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1983 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 18 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 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1445 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, 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1983 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Tahoe | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4807 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2260 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |
