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Nissan Sunny I (B11) 1.5 (75 Hp)
Overall Rating
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)
I (B11) Overview:
Nissan Sunny (I (B11)). Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
1.5 (75 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
A well-balanced engine offering adequate power for both city and highway driving, providing a more spirited experience than the diesels without being overly thirsty.
Fuel Economy
Expected to offer reasonable fuel economy for a petrol engine of its size and era, suitable for mixed driving conditions.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Excellent reliability and durability, typical of 80s Japanese cars.
- • Economical to run, especially the diesel variants.
- • Practical and spacious interior for its class.
- • Simple, straightforward mechanics make maintenance easy.
Cons:
- • Modest performance across the engine lineup.
- • Basic interior and limited comfort features by modern standards.
- • Lack of modern safety features.
- • Dated design and driving dynamics compared to some European rivals.
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Traveller (140Y,150Y): 1979 - 1982).
| General: | |
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| Brand: | Nissan |
| Model: | Sunny |
| Generation: | I (B11) |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.5 (75 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1982 |
| End of production: | 1986 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 75 Hp |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
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