2009 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1986 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2009 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Sunny.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Mazda RX-8 (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Sunny. (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda RX-8 | 1986 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | RX-8 | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1306 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
