1981 Holden Commodore vs. 1986 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1986 Nissan Sunny is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 1,892 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Holden Commodore (78 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Holden Commodore weights approximately 345 kg more than 1986 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Holden Commodore (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Sunny. (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1981 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Holden Commodore | 1986 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Commodore | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1892 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2410 mm |
