2003 Nissan Primera vs. 1986 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2003 Nissan Primera is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Primera (112 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Primera weights approximately 457 kg more than 1986 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 Nissan Primera (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Sunny. (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Nissan Primera | 1986 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Primera | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1272 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2410 mm |
