2002 Nissan Almera vs. 1983 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2002 Nissan Almera 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 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Almera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Almera (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Almera should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Almera weights approximately 375 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 Nissan Almera (130 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan Almera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Nissan Almera | 1983 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Almera | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2410 mm |
