2009 Jeep Compass vs. 1983 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2009 Jeep Compass is newer by 26 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Compass (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Compass weights approximately 529 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.
Because 2009 Jeep Compass is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Nissan Sunny. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Compass will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Jeep Compass (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Sunny. (122 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Compass | 1983 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Jeep | Nissan |
| Model | Compass | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 864 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2410 mm |
