2003 Mazda 3 vs. 1982 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2003 Mazda 3 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda 3 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda 3 weights approximately 605 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 Mazda 3 (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda 3 | 1982 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 3 | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2410 mm |
