1980 Chrysler Avenger vs. 1981 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1981 Nissan Sunny is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Chrysler Avenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Chrysler Avenger would be higher. At 1,680 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Chrysler Avenger (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Chrysler Avenger should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Nissan Sunny weights approximately 30 kg more than 1980 Chrysler Avenger.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Nissan Sunny (104 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Chrysler Avenger. (93 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1981 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Chrysler Avenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Chrysler Avenger | 1981 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | Avenger | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1680 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2410 mm |
