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Nissan Sunny II Coupe (B12) 1.6 i (73 Hp)
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Nissan Sunny:
The Nissan Sunny is an automobile built by the Japanese automaker Nissan from 1966 until 2004. In the early 1980s, the brand changed from Datsun to Nissan in line with other models by the company. Although production of the Sunny in Japan ended in 2004, the name remains in use in China and GCC countries for a rebadged version of the Nissan Almera.
In North America, the later models were known as the Nissan Sentra; in Mexico, the Sunny is known as the Nissan Tsuru, which is Japanese for the bird species "crane". The latest versions of the Sunny were larger than the early models, and may be considered compact cars. Earlier versions were subcompact cars. All Sunnys through the 1982 model year used Nissan A engine motors. It was designed to compete with the Toyota Corolla....(Read more on Wikipedia)
II Coupe (B12) Overview:
Nissan Sunny (II Coupe (B12)). With 152 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~8.2 l/100km). Weighing only 980 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 11.8 s). The top speed reaches 180 km/h. A two-door car with a fixed roof, known for its sporty design and dynamic performance. Seating for 4 makes it ideal for daily use.
1.6 i (73 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Adequate performance for daily commuting and city driving, but feels strained on highways.
Fuel Economy
Reasonable fuel economy for its era, especially on extra-urban routes.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Reliable and durable powertrains
- • Sporty GTI variants offer engaging driving
- • Practical and compact dimensions for city use
- • Good fuel economy on base models
Cons:
- • Dated safety features by modern standards
- • Interior design is basic and utilitarian
- • Base engines can feel underpowered on highways
- • Rust can be an issue on older examples
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(I Wagon (B11): 1982 - 1986).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Nissan |
| Model: | Sunny |
| Generation: | II Coupe (B12) |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.6 i (73 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1986 |
| End of production: | 1989 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Coupe |
| Seats: | 4 |
| Doors: | 3 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 73 Hp @ 5100 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 45.7 Hp/l [worst than previous generation] |
| Torque: | 152 Nm |
| Engine Model/Code: | E16 More details about the engine E16 |
| Engine displacement: | 1598 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Fuel injection system: | Single-point injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 76 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 88 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9.5:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 8.2 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 6.2 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 7.4 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 2 |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 11.8 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 11.8 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 180 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 13.4 kg/Hp, 74.5 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 6.4 kg/Nm, 155.1 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 11.2 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 980 |
| Max. weight: | 1680 |
| Max load: | 700 |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 45 l |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Disc [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Tires size | 175/70 R13 |
| Wheel rims size | 13 |
| Front suspension | Independent type McPherson |
| Rear suspension | McPherson |
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