2006 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 1985 Nissan Sunny

To start off, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 4,243 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte (395 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 1985 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 725 kg more than 1985 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 Maserati Quattroporte (442 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan Sunny.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Maserati Quattroporte 1985 Nissan Sunny
Make Maserati Nissan
Model Quattroporte Sunny
Year Released 2006 1985
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4243 cc 1486 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 395 HP 74 HP
Engine RPM 7250 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 442 Nm 123 Nm
Torque RPM 4750 RPM 2800 RPM
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1540 kg 815 kg
Vehicle Length 5060 mm 4140 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1650 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 3070 mm 2410 mm