2003 Mazda Demio vs. 1984 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2003 Mazda Demio 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 1,487 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Nissan Sunny (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Demio. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Demio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda Demio weights approximately 84 kg more than 1984 Nissan Sunny.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1984 Nissan Sunny (122 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Demio. (101 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Demio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda Demio | 1984 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Demio | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2410 mm |
