1981 Nissan Sunny vs. 1968 Rover 2000
To start off, 1981 Nissan Sunny is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Rover 2000 would be higher. At 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Rover 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Rover 2000 (142 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Rover 2000 should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Rover 2000 weights approximately 420 kg more than 1981 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, 1968 Rover 2000 (272 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (104 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1968 Rover 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Nissan Sunny | 1968 Rover 2000 | |
Make | Nissan | Rover |
Model | Sunny | 2000 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1680 cc | 3532 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 272 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2640 mm |