2006 Chevrolet SSR vs. 1982 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 24 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (401 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 327 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet SSR weights approximately 263 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, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet SSR | 1982 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | SSR | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |
