2003 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1982 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover 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 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1655 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.
Because 2003 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Nissan Sunny. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover will offer significantly more control. 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 Land Rover Range Rover (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (122 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Land Rover Range Rover | 1982 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Land Rover | Nissan |
| Model | Range Rover | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1982 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4396 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2515 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2200 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2410 mm |
