2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1986 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette 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 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (400 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 326 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 762 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, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 419 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Sunny. (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 1986 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Corvette | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5970 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1577 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2410 mm |
