2004 Caterham 7 vs. 1986 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2004 Caterham 7 is newer by 18 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Caterham 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Caterham 7 (251 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Nissan Sunny weights approximately 345 kg more than 2004 Caterham 7.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Caterham 7 (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Sunny. (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Caterham 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Caterham 7 | 1986 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Caterham | Nissan |
| Model | 7 | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2410 mm |
