2001 Honda Civic vs. 1982 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2001 Honda Civic is newer by 19 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 1,672 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Civic (118 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Civic weights approximately 265 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, 2001 Honda Civic (153 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda Civic | 1982 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Civic | Sunny |
Year Released | 2001 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |