2008 Mitsubishi Grandis vs. 1983 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Grandis 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 2,378 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Grandis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi Grandis (119 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Grandis should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Grandis weights approximately 805 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, 2008 Mitsubishi Grandis (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Grandis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mitsubishi Grandis | 1983 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Grandis | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2378 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2410 mm |
