2008 Nissan Tiida vs. 1982 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2008 Nissan Tiida 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Tiida is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Tiida (124 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Tiida should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Tiida weights approximately 492 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 Nissan Tiida (173 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Tiida will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Tiida | 1982 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Tiida | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1307 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2410 mm |
