2002 MCC Smart vs. 1982 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2002 MCC Smart is newer by 20 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 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 MCC Smart (80 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 MCC Smart should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 MCC Smart weights approximately 1 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, 1982 Nissan Sunny (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 MCC Smart. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 MCC Smart | 1982 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | MCC | Nissan |
| Model | Smart | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3430 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2410 mm |
