2002 Chevrolet Prizm vs. 1985 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Prizm is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Prizm is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Prizm (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1985 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Prizm should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Prizm weights approximately 275 kg more than 1985 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, 2002 Chevrolet Prizm (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Prizm will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Chevrolet Prizm | 1985 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Prizm | Sunny |
Year Released | 2002 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1486 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2410 mm |