2007 GMC Canyon vs. 1983 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2007 GMC Canyon 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Canyon (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1620 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 GMC Canyon (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Canyon | 1983 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Canyon | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2410 mm |
