2002 Mazda 6 vs. 1983 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2002 Mazda 6 is newer by 19 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 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda 6 (164 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda 6 weights approximately 675 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, 2002 Mazda 6 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Mazda 6 | 1983 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Mazda | Nissan |
Model | 6 | Sunny |
Year Released | 2002 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2261 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 164 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2410 mm |