2008 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1983 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 25 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 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Impala (211 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Sunny.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Chevrolet Impala (290 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Impala | 1983 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Impala | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3507 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2410 mm |
