1969 Nissan Sunny vs. 1981 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1981 Nissan Laurel is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 2,753 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Nissan Laurel (123 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1969 Nissan Sunny. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1969 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 600 kg more than 1969 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1981 Nissan Laurel (222 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Nissan Sunny. (75 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1981 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Nissan Sunny | 1981 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Sunny | Laurel |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 2753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2410 mm |
