2007 Buick Lucerne vs. 1985 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2007 Buick Lucerne is newer by 22 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 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Buick Lucerne (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1985 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 1131 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, 2007 Buick Lucerne (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Buick Lucerne | 1985 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Lucerne | Sunny |
Year Released | 2007 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1486 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2410 mm |