1981 Nissan Cherry vs. 1992 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1992 Nissan Sunny is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Nissan Cherry (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1992 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Cherry should accelerate faster than 1992 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Nissan Sunny weights approximately 310 kg more than 1981 Nissan Cherry.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1992 Nissan Sunny (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Cherry. (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1992 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Nissan Cherry | 1992 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Cherry | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1530 mm |
