2003 Bentley Continental vs. 1984 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2003 Bentley Continental is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 347 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1590 kg more than 1984 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Bentley Continental is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Bentley Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Nissan Sunny, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2003 Bentley Continental (876 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 754 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Sunny. (122 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Bentley Continental | 1984 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Bentley | Nissan |
| Model | Continental | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1486 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 876 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2410 mm |
