2008 Chevrolet Optra vs. 1982 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Optra is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Optra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Optra (103 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Optra should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Optra weights approximately 360 kg more than 1982 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, 2008 Chevrolet Optra (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Optra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Optra | 1982 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Optra | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |
