2003 Buick Centieme vs. 1982 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2003 Buick Centieme is newer by 21 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Buick Centieme is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Centieme (400 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 326 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Centieme should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Centieme weights approximately 979 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, 2003 Buick Centieme (542 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Centieme will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Centieme | 1982 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Centieme | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2410 mm |
