2007 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 1983 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 3,425 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Equinox (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 935 kg more than 1983 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 Chevrolet Equinox (285 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | 1983 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Equinox | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3425 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2410 mm |
